NEWBURGH, NY — A third-prize-winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000 was sold in Newburgh for the March 31 drawing, the New York Lottery announced Tuesday.
The winning ticket was purchased at Smokes 4 Less, located at 59 North Plank Road. It matched four of the five white balls drawn, plus the red Power Ball, securing the $50,000 prize.
Powerball drawings are held every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Tickets must be claimed within one year of the drawing date.
The winning numbers for the March 31 drawing were selected from a pool of 1 to 69, with the red Power Ball drawn from a separate field of 1 to 26.
The New York Lottery continues to lead North America in lottery profits, contributing $3.8 billion in fiscal year 2023-2024 to support public education across the state.
Anyone experiencing gambling-related issues can access free and confidential help at NYProblemGamblingHelp.org or by calling 1-877-8-HOPENY.
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Key Points
- $50,000 Powerball ticket sold at Smokes 4 Less in Newburgh
- The ticket matched four white balls and the Power Ball in the March 31 drawing
- Winners have one year from the draw date to claim prizes