May 5, 2026

Million dollar madness hits NJ as Powerball tickets explode statewide

Powerball frenzy sweeps New Jersey as multiple million-dollar tickets hit across state

Trenton, NJ — A surge of high-value lottery wins swept across New Jersey in just one week, with multiple Powerball tickets worth $1 million and $2 million sold at locations spanning the state.

From April 27 through May 3, New Jersey Lottery officials reported that 25 players won prizes of at least $10,000, including a cluster of major Powerball wins on April 29.

Four tickets worth $2 million were sold in Brigantine, Rivervale, Somerdale, and Union City, while more than a dozen additional tickets matched for $1 million prizes at retailers across Bergen, Essex, Middlesex, Monmouth, Passaic, Union, and Ocean counties.

Among the locations selling $1 million tickets were stores in Newark, Toms River, Holmdel, Old Bridge, and Elizabeth, highlighting the widespread nature of the wins.

In addition to Powerball prizes, other significant wins included a $500,000 Triple Match ticket sold in Perth Amboy and a $500,000 scratch-off prize in West Long Branch.

Several $100,000 and $10,000 prizes were also reported throughout the week, including wins in Englewood, Newark, and Jersey City.

Lottery officials noted that proceeds continue to support education programs across the state.

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Key Points

  • Multiple $1M and $2M Powerball tickets sold across New Jersey
  • 25 players won $10,000 or more in one week
  • Additional $500K and $100K prizes reported statewide