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East Canton man turns Powerball ticket into a $150K jackpot with Power Play multiplier.

Local News ReportFebruary 4, 20250

EAST CANTON, Ohio — A lucky lottery player from East Canton won $150,000 in the Wednesday, January 29 Powerball drawing, Ohio Lottery officials announced Tuesday. Fred purchased his winning ticket at Top of the Mark Drive Thru, located at 4135 E Lincoln Street in East Canton. He selected his own numbers, matching four of the five white balls—8, 12, 31, 33, 38—plus the Powerball number 18 to secure the third-tier prize of $50,000. Fred also matched the Power Play number, which was 3, tripling his prize to $150,000. The next Powerball drawing, scheduled for Wednesday, features an estimated jackpot of

Maryland player hits $50K in Powerball Double Play, eyes new boat

Local News ReportSeptember 19, 20240

GAITHERSBURG, MD — A Gaithersburg resident, who recently shifted his focus from casino games to lottery play, won $50,000 in the September 9 Powerball Double Play drawing. The Montgomery County man, an occasional lottery player, held one of two winning Maryland Double Play tickets from that night. “There’s no use in stopping playing now,” he said, adding that the win has renewed his interest in the Lottery. A fisherman, the winner plans to use part of his prize to buy a boat, complete some home improvement projects, and save the rest. The lucky ticket was purchased at Cedar Grove Store

Fast Play Deep Pockets ticket wins $563K in Lehigh County

Local News ReportSeptember 6, 20240

OREFIELD, Pa. — The Pennsylvania Lottery announced that a progressive top prize-winning ticket worth $563,077 for the Deep Pockets game was sold on Wednesday, September 4, at a Speedway located at 3640 Route 309 in Orefield. The retailer will receive a $5,000 bonus for selling the ticket. Deep Pockets is a $20 Fast Play game with progressive top prizes starting at $350,000. Fast Play games are printed on demand and do not require scratching or waiting for a drawing. Players can check if they’ve won by reviewing the ticket or scanning it at a Lottery retailer. The holder of the

Carroll County man wins $97K FAST PLAY progressive jackpot

Local News ReportSeptember 6, 20240

SYKESVILLE, Md. — A Carroll County Orioles fan won a $97,840 progressive jackpot on a FAST PLAY Home Run Riches Bases Loaded ticket, thanks to his lucky number, 35. The man, who goes by the alias “Keldon Franklin,” purchased the winning ticket at a High’s convenience store in Sykesville. “Keldon Franklin” and his girlfriend, both longtime Orioles fans, were checking the ticket’s numbers at home when they spotted the winning match. “He got to 35 before I did and yelled ‘Progressive!’” his girlfriend recalled. A dedicated Orioles fan since the days of Memorial Stadium, “Keldon Franklin” celebrated by wearing his

Friend Suspects Foul Play in Death of North Carolina Mother Found in Woods

Breaking Local News ReportSeptember 3, 20240

BOLIVIA, N.C. — A close friend of Alba Jo Doreen Wade, a 32-year-old mother of four and exotic French bulldog breeder, suspects foul play in her mysterious death after Wade was found deceased in a wooded area in mid-July. Despite an ongoing investigation by the Brunswick County Sheriff’s Office, no arrests have been made, and the cause of Wade’s death has not been officially confirmed. Wade was reported missing before being discovered on the evening of July 16, 2024, in a wooded area off Colonial Landing in Bolivia. A massive search effort was launched, involving more than a dozen entities,

$115K Fast Play Winning Ticket Sold in Washington County

Local News ReportAugust 20, 20240

Middletown, Pa. — A Pennsylvania Lottery Fast Play ticket worth $115,358 was sold at a Sheetz in Washington County on Friday, August 16. The winning ticket was for the Cash Boom game, a $5 Fast Play game offering progressive top prizes starting at $75,000. The Sheetz location at 300 Racetrack Road, Washington, will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Fast Play games are similar to Scratch-Offs but do not require scratching or waiting for a drawing. Tickets are printed on demand from a Lottery sales terminal or self-service vending terminal. Players can check if they’ve won by

New Jersey Could Still Be In Play for the 2024 Election

Breaking Local News ReportAugust 9, 20240

As the 2024 presidential election looms closer, many political observers are starting to ask a surprising question: Is New Jersey, traditionally a Democratic stronghold, in play this time around? The answer isn’t as clear-cut as one might expect. Historically, New Jersey has been a reliably blue state in presidential elections, with Democrats winning by comfortable margins since 1992. In the 2020 election, Joe Biden won New Jersey by a significant margin, securing 57% of the vote. However, early polling for the 2024 election suggests that the race could be closer than in previous cycles. The upcoming debates between Vice President

Baltimore Woman Wins $100K Jackpot on FAST PLAY Ticket

Local News ReportAugust 2, 20240

BALTIMORE, MD — Baltimore resident “Nisey” struck gold with a $100,000 win on a FAST PLAY Mega Multiplier ticket, marking a significant win in her 15-year lottery journey. Although Nisey typically favors scratch-offs and Pick 3 and Pick 4 games, her foray into FAST PLAY proved to be incredibly rewarding. On her first attempt, she won $75. Encouraged by this initial success, she continued playing and won $500 a few days later. Her winning streak culminated last Sunday when she hit the Mega Multiplier’s $100,000 top prize. “I was in shock and still am,” Nisey said. “My first reaction was

Nintendo Hosts Play Nintendo Tour at American Dream

Breaking Local News ReportJuly 27, 20240

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The Play Nintendo Tour will be held at American Dream from July 25 to 28, offering a free, family-friendly event featuring beloved characters such as Mario, Princess Peach, Donkey Kong, and Pikachu. Located at 1 American Dream Way in Court A, Level 1, the event provides an opportunity for attendees to explore the adventures and fun of Nintendo and the Nintendo Switch system. Visitors can enjoy interactive experiences, photo opportunities with Nintendo characters, giveaways (while supplies last), and playable demos of the latest Nintendo Switch games, including Princess Peach: Showtime!, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and Mario

Silver Spring Resident Wins $30,000 in Mega Millions After Decades of Play

Lottery ResultsJuly 21, 20240

SILVER SPRING, MD—A long-time Maryland Lottery participant from Silver Spring, known only as “John Doe,” has won a $30,000 prize in the Mega Millions drawing. This significant win marks a high point in his many years of engagement with the lottery. John Doe has enjoyed a variety of lottery games since the Maryland Lottery began, including scratch-offs, Keno, Racetrax, Mega Millions, and Powerball. He describes lottery play as an enjoyable form of entertainment, particularly as he gets older. His routine involves purchasing tickets each Sunday, which he plays throughout the week. The winning ticket came from Old World Favorites on

Bergen County Store Sells Winning $127,453 Fast Play Jackpot Ticket

Lottery ResultsJuly 7, 20240

TRENTON, NJ—A $20 Mega Cashword Fast Play Progressive ticket purchased in Bergen County has won a lucky player $127,453. The winning ticket, which secured 100% of the progressive jackpot, was sold on Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Legacy Deli & Convenience Store located at 240-A Paterson Ave., East Rutherford. The New Jersey Lottery announced the win, congratulating the fortunate ticket holder and the store that sold the jackpot ticket. Lottery players are encouraged to check their tickets and visit the store for future purchases.

$127K Fast Play Jackpot Won in Bergen County

Local News ReportJuly 5, 20240

TRENTON, NJ – A $20 Mega Cashword Fast Play Progressive ticket struck big, awarding one fortunate player the entire progressive jackpot of $127,453 on Thursday. The winning ticket was purchased at Legacy Deli & Convenience Store, located at 240-A Paterson Ave., East Rutherford in Bergen County. Fast Play Progressive tickets, available at any lottery retailer, provide a swift method for players to discover if they have won.

Fast Play Ticket Worth Over $437K Sold in Warren County

Local News ReportJune 17, 20240

Sugargrove, PA – A progressive top prize-winning ticket worth $437,731 for the Money Tree game was sold at a Lottery retailer in Warren County. On Saturday, a lucky ticket was purchased at The Bucket Cafe, located at 20 Main St., Sugargrove. The retailer will receive a $500 bonus for selling the winning ticket. Money Tree is a $20 Fast Play game with progressive top prizes starting at $400,000. Fast Play games print on-demand from a Lottery sales terminal or self-service touchscreen vending terminal and are similar to Scratch-Off games but without the need to scratch a ticket or wait for

Hudson County Shopper Wins $49K Fast Play Jackpot

Local News ReportJune 14, 20240

Trenton, NJ – A $49,712 Fast Play jackpot ticket was purchased at Ahmad Grocery & Variety in Jersey City, Hudson County. On Monday, June 10, one lucky player bought the $10 Team USA ticket and won the entire progressive jackpot of $49,712. Fast Play Progressive tickets, available at any retailer, provide an immediate way for players to check if they have a winning ticket.

$60,296 Fast Play Ticket Wins Portion of Jersey Jackpot

Local News ReportMay 28, 20240

TRENTON, NJ — A Fast Play Progressive ticket sold in Camden has won one lucky player $60,296, which is 20% of the Jersey Jackpot, this past Saturday. The winning ticket was purchased at Eddie’s Liquor Store, located at 700 Chestnut Street, Camden in Camden County. Fast Play tickets provide a quick method for participants to determine if they have won.

Delaware County Store Sells Over $2.4 Million Fast Play Lottery Ticket

Local News ReportMay 18, 20240

WAYNE, PA – A massive $2,408,704 Fast Play top prize has been claimed by a lucky ticket holder in Delaware County. The ticket, from the Pennsylvania Progressive game, was purchased at Puff Gallery, located at 623 West Lancaster Avenue in Wayne. For selling the winning ticket, the store will receive a $10,000 bonus. Fast Play games like Pennsylvania Progressive allow players to receive tickets on-demand from sales terminals or self-service vending machines, offering a play style similar to scratch-off games but without the need to scratch or wait for a drawing. This game, which costs $30 per play, offers progressive

‘The Most Unfair Thing’: Trump Says He’ll Keep US In NATO, Demands Members ‘Play Fair’

The Daily CallerMarch 20, 20240

‘The Most Unfair Thing’: Trump Says He’ll Keep US In NATO, Demands Members ‘Play Fair’ Jake Smith on March 19, 2024 Former President Donald Trump said that he would keep the U.S. in the NATO alliance if reelected so long as the members “play fair,” according to GB News. Trump has clashed with members of NATO before over their failure to meet the minimum defense spending goal, which is set at 2% of total gross domestic product (GDP). Trump told British broadcaster and former politician Nigel Farage during an interview to be released Tuesday that he would commit to protecting the other NATO

Ex-director accuses American Diabetes Association of ‘pay to play’ with sweetener Splenda

ReutersNovember 16, 20230

By Brendan Pierson (Reuters) -A former director of nutrition for the American Diabetes Association (ADA) sued the non-profit organization on Wednesday, accusing it of firing her for objecting to what she called a “pay to play” scheme to promote the no-calorie sweetener Splenda. Elizabeth Hanna said the ADA “sold the good name of the organization” to sponsors like Splenda maker Heartland Food Products Group, “in violation of its own guidelines and standards of care on nutrition,” in a lawsuit filed in state court in Bergen County, New Jersey. Hanna specifically accused ADA Vice President Nicole Johnson of engaging in an

‘Play To Our Strengths’: Big Oil Firm Recommits To Oil After Investor Backlash

The Daily CallerJune 14, 20230

‘Play To Our Strengths’: Big Oil Firm Recommits To Oil After Investor Backlash Aaron Life on June 14, 2023 Despite its long-term plan to move away from fossil fuels, Shell revealed Wednesday that it will keep its oil production steady in a notice to investors on Wednesday. Investors were pessimistic about Shell after it planned to shift to replace its bread-and-butter oil and gas business with renewable and low-carbon energies, according to Reuters. CEO Wael Sawan, who took over the company in January, is looking to boost investor confidence after some expressed concerns that the company was moving away from

Biden Says Long-Range Missiles For Ukraine Are ‘Still In Play’

The Daily CallerMay 30, 20230

Biden Says Long-Range Missiles For Ukraine Are ‘Still In Play’ Micaela Burrow on May 30, 2023 In yet another reversal, President Joe Biden said the issue of providing longer-range missiles for Ukraine remains a possibility after firmly denying Ukraine’s requests for the weapon. The latest volley of Russian airstrikes on Kyiv, one of the most intense of the war, is “not unexpected” and further proof the U.S. needs to “continue to give Ukraine all they need,” Biden told reporter Alex Raufoglu on Monday. When asked whether that included the Army Tactical Missile System, a longer-range missile Ukraine has long asked

‘Foul play’ suspected after four people found dead in Nebraska town

ReutersAugust 4, 20220

(Reuters) -Four people were found dead early on Thursday at two separate residences in the small Nebraska farming town of Laurel when police responded to reports of explosions and fires at the homes, authorities said. One victim was found when local police and fire departments arrived at the first residence. A short time later, a second fire was reported at a home several blocks away, and three more victims were found there. State Patrol later said investigators suspected gunfire played a part in both crime scenes. The gunshots were suspected to have started at around the same time, the State

At the Jersey Shore, they Even Play Baseball on the Beach

Your NewsJuly 29, 20220

Submitted by Susan Adelizz-Schmidt The Wildwood Beach Baseball Tournament, presented by MudHen Events, is an annual youth baseball tournament held on the beach behind the iconic Wildwoods Sign located at Ocean Avenue and Rio Grande Avenue. The tournament is for youth baseball teams 9U-13U and spans over two weekends in August. The first tournament takes place Friday, August 12 through Sunday, August 14; and the second tournament takes place Friday, August 19 through Sunday, August 21. Friday games start at 1 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday, the first game is at 8 a.m. Each game is scheduled to last two

U.S. Congressional Republicans, Democrats pause politics to play ball

ReutersJuly 28, 20220

WASHINGTON – In a rare moment of bipartisanship in a usually bitterly divided Washington, Democrats and Republicans in the U.S. Congress competed on Thursday in an annual baseball game despite a protest by climate activists and a rain delay. The Republicans dominated the Democrats, winning 10-0 in a seven-inning game. Protesters seeking more decisive action to stop climate change sought to disrupt the event. As people streamed into Nationals Park, activists sat outside the stadium and chanted for President Joe Biden and Democrats to declare a climate emergency. Now Or Never, a collective of climate activists, said 150 people participated

Australia cenbank to play catch-up, raise rates by 50 bps for third month on Aug 2

ReutersJuly 28, 20220

By Devayani Sathyan BENGALURU – Australia’s central bank will deliver its third consecutive half-point interest rate hike on Tuesday and another in September, playing catch-up with peers in a campaign to contain surging inflation, a Reuters poll of economists found. With inflation speeding to a 21-year high of 6.1% last quarter and expected to climb higher as food and energy costs surge, analysts say the Reserve Bank of Australia has work to do to get inflation back to its preferred 2-3% range. One of the last major central banks to join a global monetary policy-tightening cycle, the RBA was forecast

Explainer-How will Rogers’ C$20 billion contested bid for Shaw play out

ReutersJuly 21, 20220

By Divya Rajagopal TORONTO – Rogers Communications faces a tough antitrust regulator and a July 31 deadline to close its C$20 billion ($15.5 billion) acquisition of Calgary-based Shaw Communications. With all eyes now on the Competition Tribunal, the antitrust agency, the Competition Bureau, Canada, and Rogers-Shaw will argue their case. Here’s a look at how the legal battle is expected to play out. WHAT IS THE DISPUTE ABOUT? Canada’s competition agency has blocked the merger on the grounds that the deal will reduce competition in Canada and said the concession offered by Rogers in the form of the sale of