Lucky new hyde park shopper wins big in take 5 drawing

New Hyde Park, NY — A lucky player scored a $17,243 top prize in the New York Lottery’s Take 5 midday drawing on Monday after purchasing a winning ticket in New Hyde Park.

The ticket was sold at King Kullen, located at 2305 Jericho Turnpike, according to lottery officials. Take 5 drawings are held twice daily, offering players two chances each day to hit the top prize by matching numbers drawn from a field of one through 39.

Lottery winners have up to one year from the date of the drawing to claim their prize.

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$17,243 winning Take 5 ticket sold at King Kullen in New Hyde Park
Ticket matched numbers in April 28 midday drawing
Lottery prizes must be claimed within one year of the drawing date

Take 5 continues to deliver big payouts across New York

The Take 5 game allows for multiple top-prize winners depending on the number of matching tickets sold for each drawing. Monday’s midday win adds to a growing list of recent payouts across the state.

The New York Lottery encourages players to check their tickets promptly to avoid missing the opportunity to claim prizes before expiration.

Players can view winning numbers and prize details by visiting the New York Lottery website or tuning in to televised drawings.

New York Lottery profits support public education

The New York Lottery continues to be the largest and most profitable lottery system in North America, contributing $3.8 billion during the 2023-2024 fiscal year to support New York State public schools.

Lottery officials also remind players to seek help if they or someone they know struggles with gambling, with support available through NYProblemGamblingHelp.org or by contacting the HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY.

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