Manhattan Ticket Wins $1 Million in Mega Millions

MANHATTAN, NY — A second-prize-winning ticket worth $1,000,000 was sold for the Mega Millions drawing on September 24. The ticket was purchased at Ali NY Convenience, located at 1504 1st Ave.

Mega Millions numbers are drawn from a field of one to 70, while the Mega Ball is selected from a separate field of one to 25. Drawings take place every Tuesday and Friday at 11 p.m.

The New York Lottery is North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributing $3.8 billion in the 2023-2024 fiscal year to support public schools in New York State. Those experiencing gambling addiction can seek help at NYProblemGamblingHelp.org or by calling the confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY.

Chris Quigley

Chris Quigley is a Staff Writer and Community News Correspondent for Shore News Network, where she covers local government, public safety, community affairs, politics, and issues impacting residents throughout New Jersey. Her reporting focuses on delivering timely, accurate, and relevant news that helps readers stay informed about the communities in which they live and work.

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Chris Quigley is a graduate of Stockton State University and began her career at IN Jersey, the online news and media branch of the Asbury Park Press. She also worked at Monmouth Internet, the Ocean Signal Newspaper, and JTOWN Magazine during her career in both content management and operations.

Degrees: Business B.A. - Stockton University

Experience and interests: Criminal Justice, Business, Animal Care, Entertainment, Lottery News, Local News