Ny Lottery Fuels Education with $32,487.50 Take 5 Win in Glens Falls

A winning ticket for the August 16 Take 5 Evening draw has been sold in Glens Falls, New York. The ticket, which secured a prize amount of $32,487.50, was purchased at Tenneybrook on Broad Street. The Take 5 game involves selecting numbers from a set ranging from 1 to 39, with draws taking place twice a day at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. Players have the ability to claim prizes for up to one year following the draw date.

The New York Lottery, renowned as North America's largest and most profitable, contributes significantly to public education in New York State, with yearly contributions reaching $3.6 billion for fiscal year 2024-2025. In the realm of responsible gaming, individuals in New York dealing with gambling addiction are encouraged to seek support through NYProblemGamblingHelp.org or the state's confidential HOPEline.

In another instance, a top-prize winning Take 5 ticket worth $9,618 was drawn for the August 15 midday event, sold at Apple Department Store II in Staten Island. Another equivalent prize-winning ticket from this drawing was sold at Smokes 4 Less in Newburgh, situated approximately 60 miles from New York City. As with all Take 5 draws, these winning numbers are selected from the same 1 to 39 pool, and winnings can be claimed within a similar one-year window.

The New York Lottery continues to facilitate responsible play and offers avenues such as their app for ticket checks, ensuring secure and convenient access for players. This approach sustains their stature as a leader in lottery operations and educational funding, with contributions reported at $3.8 billion for fiscal year 2023-2024.

In Buffalo, a Take 5 ticket, drawn for the evening game on August 15, produced a winning value of $17,380.50. This ticket was purchased from J & M Convenient Food Shop on William Street. Like other Take 5 draws, this offers a twice-daily opportunity for participants to play and potentially win substantial prizes.

Amidst this influx of lottery winnings, the New York Lottery continues to refine its offerings, maintaining optimal odds in its various games. These structured opportunities for potential gains coexist with support systems like the HOPEline to ensure participants engage with lottery play responsibly. Through this dual approach, the New York Lottery exemplifies its commitment to state education and community welfare.