The New York Lottery announced that a lucky Bronx resident may have struck it big, with a top-prize-winning ticket for the Dec. 23 Take 5 evening drawing sold locally. The winning ticket, worth $33,573, was purchased at LIQUORS, located at 793 Southern Blvd.
Take 5 numbers are drawn from a pool of one through 39, offering players a chance to win twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Those holding a winning ticket have up to one year from the date of the drawing to claim their prize.
The New York Lottery, recognized as North America’s largest and most profitable lottery, contributes billions annually to fund public education in the state. For the 2023-2024 fiscal year, it generated $3.8 billion for New York schools.
Players are reminded to check their tickets and visit nylottery.ny.gov for prize claim details.
