Utica TAKE 5 ticket wins $17,122 in midday drawing on Saturday
Utica, NY – A top-prize winning TAKE 5 ticket worth $17,122 was sold in Utica for the Saturday midday drawing, according to the New York Lottery. The winning ticket was purchased at Stewart’s Shops, located at 2634 Genesee Street.
The TAKE 5 drawing, held daily at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., selected numbers from a pool of one through 39. The Utica ticket matched all five numbers drawn, securing the top prize for the midday game.
Lottery officials confirmed that prizes from TAKE 5 drawings can be claimed up to one year from the date of the drawing. The New York Lottery stated, “A Lottery draw game prize of any amount may be claimed up to one year from the date of the drawing.”
New York Lottery funding and player support
The New York Lottery reported it remains North America’s largest and most profitable lottery system. “The New York Lottery continues to be North America’s largest and most profitable Lottery, contributing $3.6 billion in fiscal year 2024-2025 to benefit public schools in New York State,” the agency said.
Officials also emphasized resources for individuals facing gambling-related issues. “New Yorkers struggling with a gambling addiction, or who know someone who is, can find help at NYProblemGamblingHelp.org,” the Lottery stated, noting support is also available through the HOPEline.
Key Points
- $17,122 top-prize TAKE 5 ticket sold at Stewart’s Shops in Utica
- Winning ticket matched all five numbers in Saturday midday drawing
- Prizes can be claimed within one year of the drawing date