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Norwood Dad Scores Second Big Lottery Win, Shares $800K Prize With Son Norwood Dad Scores Second Big Lottery Win, Shares $800K Prize With Son
Norwood Dad Scores Second Big Lottery Win, Shares $800K Prize With Son A Massachusetts father who won $1 million in 2008 has struck gold again, but this time he's sharing an $800,000 Mass Cash prize with his son. Eugene Girard, of Norwood, bought eight tickets using the same set of numbers in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s midday Mass Cash drawing. When those numbers hit, every ticket was a winner. Eugene claimed $700,000 before taxes and gave one winning ticket to his son, Matthew, who collected $100,000. Eugene said he chose the numbers based on sentimental favorites he plays often. He plans to buy a car, make home improvements, and save the rest. Matthew…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: CT Man Lands First Grand Prize In New 'Ghostbusters' Game $1M Lottery Jackpot: CT Man Lands First Grand Prize In New 'Ghostbusters' Game
$1M Lottery Jackpot: CT Man Lands First Grand Prize In New 'Ghostbusters' Game A Connecticut man became the first $1 million winner of the Massachusetts State Lottery's newest spooky lottery.  Sevan Garabettian, of Enfield, won the seven-figure prize playing the new $5 "Ghostbusters" scratch-off game.  He chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) over the annuity.  Garabettian said he plans to use the money to buy a home and invest the rest.  Garabettian bought the winning ticket at Quick Pic, 1 River Rd. in Agawam. The store will a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 
Brewster's Million: Mass Man Scores $1M Lottery Jackpot Brewster's Million: Mass Man Scores $1M Lottery Jackpot
Brewster's Million: Mass Man Scores $1M Lottery Jackpot A Brewster man said he knows how he'll spend his winnings after landing a $1 million jackpot in the Massachusetts State Lottery.  Steven Enos won the payday playing the $20 scratch-off game "$10,000,000 Premier Cash.” He chose to take the one-time payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity.  Enos plans to buy himself a new truck, take his family on vacation, and invest the rest of the money.  He bought the winning ticket at Cumberland Farms, 4460 State Hwy #6 in Eastham. The store will get a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 
Newly Minted Multi-Millionaire: Pittsfield Woman Lands $10M Jackpot Newly Minted Multi-Millionaire: Pittsfield Woman Lands $10M Jackpot
Newly Minted Multi-Millionaire: Pittsfield Woman Lands $10M Jackpot A Pittsfield woman said she has big plans for herself and her family after winning a $10,000,000 payday in the Massachusetts State Lottery.  Sarah Newtown won the eight-figure windfall playing the $20 scratch-off game "$200X." Newton chose the lump sum payment of $6.5 million (before taxes) rather than the annuity.  She plans to buy a home and help her family with the winnings.   Newtown bought the ticket at Convenience Plus, 480 W Housatonic St. in Pittsfield. The store will get a  $50,000 bonus for the sale. 
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Newly-Made Palmer Millionaire Has Wholesome Plans For Money $1M Lottery Jackpot: Newly-Made Palmer Millionaire Has Wholesome Plans For Money
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Newly-Made Palmer Millionaire Has Wholesome Plans For Money A Palmer woman who won $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery said she wants to do something special for her mother with the cash.  Jessica Boutin, of Palmer, won the massive payday playing the  “$1,000,000 Winning 7" game, a $5 scratch-off ticket. She claimed the fifth and final grand prize in the game.  Boutin chose to take the annuity, which will pay $50,000 (before taxes) a year for 20 years, rather than taking the $650,000 lump sum.  She said she plans to put the money toward her retirement and to buy her mother a new car.  Boutin bought the ticket at&…
Lotto Love: East Bridgewater Woman Matches Husband’s $1M Win With Jackpot Of Her Own Lotto Love: East Bridgewater Woman Matches Husband’s $1M Win With Jackpot Of Her Own
Lotto Love: East Bridgewater Woman Matches Husband’s $1M Win With Jackpot Of Her Own A Massachusetts woman matched her husband’s $1 million Massachusetts State Lottery win with a seven-figure prize of her own. Megan Armstrong of East Bridgewater won the prize playing the "$5,000,000 100X Cashword," a $20 scratch-off ticket. Her husband, Greg, claimed a $1 million jackpot on a Cashword ticket in 2016. Armstrong opted for a one-time payment of $650,000 before taxes instead of the annuity, which would have paid out $1 million over 20 years. She said she plans to use the winnings for home improvements. Greg told lottery officials after his win that he wanted to put the money t…
$1 Million Jackpot: Easthampton Man Wants Seat Treat, Sweet Ride With Lottery Payday $1 Million Jackpot: Easthampton Man Wants Seat Treat, Sweet Ride With Lottery Payday
$1 Million Jackpot: Easthampton Man Wants Seat Treat, Sweet Ride With Lottery Payday An Easthampton man said he has his eyes on two special big-ticket items after landing a $1 million lottery jackpot.  Bart Trenary won the payday playing the Massachusetts State Lottery’s new “50X” instant ticket game. The $5 scratch-off ticket launched earlier this summer.  Related: Mass Man Wins $10M After He Skips Out On Work To Buy Lottery Ticket Trenary elected to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would pay out the full amount over 20 years.  He plans to buy a new sofa and a van with the cash.  Trenary bough…
Newly Minted Millionaire: Attleboro Lands $10M Lottery Jackpot After Skipping Out On Work Newly Minted Millionaire: Attleboro Lands $10M Lottery Jackpot After Skipping Out On Work
Newly Minted Millionaire: Attleboro Lands $10M Lottery Jackpot After Skipping Out On Work An Attleboro man made a split-second decision that turned him into a $10 million lottery winner. David Badejo Jr., a forklift trainer, was offered an overtime shift on Monday but decided to turn it down. He stopped by his favorite store instead and won the grand prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s "$10,000,000 Bonanza," a $20 scratch-off ticket. “I’m glad I didn’t take OT today!” Badejo told lottery officials when collecting his check. He said he almost passed out when he saw how much he'd won. Badejo chose the lump-sum cash option, collecting a one-time payment of $6.5 million, bef…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Worcester Winner Has Smart Plans For Big Win $1M Lottery Jackpot: Worcester Winner Has Smart Plans For Big Win
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Worcester Winner Has Smart Plans For Big Win A Worcester man said he'll do the sensible thing after winning $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery.   Mark DuBois won the seven-figure payday playing the $10 scratch-off game “$4,000,000 Cash King Doubler." Related: Fitchburg Man Wins $1M Lottery Jackpot Twice — In Same Drawing DuBois chose the lump sum of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years.  He plans to invest his winnings.  Dubois bought the ticket at Brattle Stop Pizza, 1 Brattle St. in Worcester. The store will get a $10,000 bonus for …
2 $1M Jackpots: Fitchburgh Man's Mistake Leads To Multiple Lottery Wins 2 $1M Jackpots: Fitchburgh Man's Mistake Leads To Multiple Lottery Wins
2 $1M Jackpots: Fitchburgh Man's Mistake Leads To Multiple Lottery Wins A Central Massachusetts man is $2 million richer after making the same Powerball pick — twice. Paul Corcoran, of Fitchburg, hit it big two times in the same Powerball drawing last week. Corcoran’s windfall came in double: he matched the first five numbers on two different tickets, each earning him a $1 million prize for each ticket. He bought both tickets for the same July 9 drawing, each purchased at different stores in the area. One winning ticket was sold at Market Basket on Water Street in Fitchburg. The other he bought at Farms on North Main Street in Leominster. Both stores will …
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Ludlow Woman Plans To Enjoy Retirement With Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: Ludlow Woman Plans To Enjoy Retirement With Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Ludlow Woman Plans To Enjoy Retirement With Payday A retired woman from western Massachusetts has hit the jackpot and is ready to spend the money living it up during her golden years. Teresa Moreno, of Ludlow, is the second $1 million grand prize winner in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “Triple 777," a $5 scratch-off game. Related: Mass Couple Jumping For Joy On New Trampoline After $4M Lottery Win She chose to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) instead of the annuity option, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years. Moreno plans to use her winnings to invest, travel, and enjoy a well-deserved re…
$4M Lottery Jackpot: Bridgewater Millionaire Jumping For Joy On New Trampoline $4M Lottery Jackpot: Bridgewater Millionaire Jumping For Joy On New Trampoline
$4M Lottery Jackpot: Bridgewater Millionaire Jumping For Joy On New Trampoline A Bridgewater man is the first grand prize winner in a new Massachusetts State Lottery scratch-off game that launched earlier this month.  Alfred Duquette won a $4 million payday playing the “100X" game. The $10 ticket went on sale June 10.  Duquette, who was joined by his wife Jessica when claiming his prize at the Lottery’s Dorchester headquarters, opted to take the lump sum payment of $2.6 million (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full prize over 20 years.  He said he plans to use the money to buy a new home and a trampoline for his son…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Randolph Woman Beams Dreaming Of Beamers $1M Lottery Jackpot: Randolph Woman Beams Dreaming Of Beamers
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Randolph Woman Beams Dreaming Of Beamers A Randolph woman has her eyes on four or maybe eight new tires after she collected a $1 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery.  Michelle Ross won the payday playing the new “100X,” the $10 scratch-off ticket that went on sale Tuesday, June 10. Ross chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years.  She plans to use the winning to buy a new car for herself and one for her husband.  Ross bought the ticket at 7-Eleven, 1453 Commercial St. in East Weymouth. The store will ge…
Newly Minted Millionaire: Friend Gifts Worcester Lottery Winner $1M Winning Ticket Newly Minted Millionaire: Friend Gifts Worcester Lottery Winner $1M Winning Ticket
Newly Minted Millionaire: Friend Gifts Worcester Lottery Winner $1M Winning Ticket A Worcester man won a $1 million lottery prize on a ticket a friend gifted him.  Matthew Tracy won the seven-figure prize playing the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$10,000,000 Bonanza," a $20 scratch-off ticket.  Tracy elected to take the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years.  He said he has no idea how he'll spend the money because he's still in shock.  The winning ticket was bought at Wachusett Farms, 106 Worcester St. in West Boylston. The store will get a $10,000 bonu…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Plainville Winner Bought Lucky Ticket In Middleborough $1M Lottery Jackpot: Plainville Winner Bought Lucky Ticket In Middleborough
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Plainville Winner Bought Lucky Ticket In Middleborough It was a lucky day for a Plainville man who walked away $1 million richer after buying a lottery ticket.  Sean Kelly landed the seven-figure windfall playing the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$1,000,000 Monopoly Doubler," a $5 scratch-off game.  Kelly chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full amount over 20 years.  He bought the ticket at Kurt’s Corner at 353 Wareham Street in Middleborough. The store will receive a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 
Newly Minted Millionaire: Dad Gifts Daughter $2M Winning Mass Lottery Ticket Newly Minted Millionaire: Dad Gifts Daughter $2M Winning Mass Lottery Ticket
Newly Minted Millionaire: Dad Gifts Daughter $2M Winning Mass Lottery Ticket A Georgia woman is $2 million richer thanks to her dad after he bought her a winning lottery ticket in East Boston.  Vanesa Menijvar Acosta, of Norcross, Georgia, is the first $2 million winner in the Massachusetts State Lottery's "$25,000,000 Mega Money” scratch-off ticket. The $50 game went on sale earlier this month.  Acosta chose to take the lump sum payment of $1.3 million (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full amount over 20 years.  She said she plans to use the money to pay for college.  Acosta's dad bought the winning ticket at&n…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Fall River Winner Living Like A King After Conquering New Game $1M Lottery Jackpot: Fall River Winner Living Like A King After Conquering New Game
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Fall River Winner Living Like A King After Conquering New Game A Massachusetts man must have felt like a king when he scratched off the winning ticket on a new Massachusetts State Lottery game.  Myles Blanchard, of Fall River, became the first $1 million prize winner in the new “$4,000,000 Cash King Doubler.” The $10 scratch-off ticket went on sale April 15.  Related: Revere Man Wants To Help Others After Winning $2 Million In Lottery Blanchard elected to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full amount over 20 years.  He said he plans to buy a home with his newfound wi…
Newly Minted Millionaire: Southbridge Woman Found Her Lucky Number For Payday Newly Minted Millionaire: Southbridge Woman Found Her Lucky Number For Payday
Newly Minted Millionaire: Southbridge Woman Found Her Lucky Number For Payday The number 7 was the key for a woman who won $1 million in a new game from the Massachusetts State Lottery.  Clarissa Peltier of Southbridge was the first seven-figure winner in the new "Triple 777" scratch-off game. The $5 scratch-off ticket went on sale April 15.  Related: Revere Man Plans To Help People With His $2 Million Payday She chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the full amount over 20 years. Peltier plans to use the money to make some repairs around her home.  She bought the winning tic…
Newly Minted Millionaire: Lowell Man Plans To Use $4M Lottery Jackpot For Family's Future Newly Minted Millionaire: Lowell Man Plans To Use $4M Lottery Jackpot For Family's Future
Newly Minted Millionaire: Lowell Man Plans To Use $4M Lottery Jackpot For Family's Future A Lowell man says he wants to use his $4 million Massachusetts State Lottery jackpot to secure his family’s future. Erik Arsenault won the grand prize in the “$4,000,000 Diamonds” scratch-off game, a $10 instant ticket. Related: Central Mass Karate Instructor Lands $1M Lottery Win He chose the lump-sum payout of $2.6 million (before taxes) instead of the annuity option, which would pay the full prize over 20 years. Arsenault said he plans to use the winnings to support his family, fund his daughter’s education, and purchase a new car. He bought the ticket at the appropriately named Luc…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Worcester Karate Instructor Kicks His Way Into Millionaire's Club $1M Lottery Jackpot: Worcester Karate Instructor Kicks His Way Into Millionaire's Club
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Worcester Karate Instructor Kicks His Way Into Millionaire's Club A Massachusetts karate instructor will have a near-infinite number of boards to break after scoring a $1 million prize in the state lottery.  Alan D'Allessandro, of Worcester, won the payday playing the “$5,000,000 100X Cashword” game, a $20 scratch-off ticket.  Related: Winthrop Winner Lands $1 Million Lottery Windfall D'Allessandro chose to receive the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full amount over 20 years.  He bought the winning ticket at Edgemere Mini Mart, 1 Pineland Ave. #9 in Shrewsbury. The store rece…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Fall River Winner Said Color Helped Her Land Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: Fall River Winner Said Color Helped Her Land Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Fall River Winner Said Color Helped Her Land Payday A woman who won $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery said the color of the ticket was one of the major deciding factors in why she bought it.  Maria Manchester, of Fall River, won the payday playing the “Emerald Mine 50X” game, a $5 scratch-off ticket.  Manchester elected to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the entire amount over 20 years.  She said she chose that particular ticket because it was a newer game, and it was green.  Manchester bought the ticket at AMS Food Mart, 2307 Sout…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Berkley Winner Eyeing Her Future With Big Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: Berkley Winner Eyeing Her Future With Big Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Berkley Winner Eyeing Her Future With Big Payday A woman who recently won $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery said she has sensible plans for his major windfall.  Angela Hazen, of Berkley, won the payday playing the “Lifetime Millions" game, a $50 scratch-off ticket.  Hazen chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would pay the entire $1 million over 20 years.  She said she plans to invest the money and use some to make repairs at her home.  Hazen bought the ticket at Berkley Farms Liquor, 539 Berkley St. in Berkley. The store will get a $10,000 …
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Plymouth Winner Plans To Spoil Grandson With His Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: Plymouth Winner Plans To Spoil Grandson With His Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Plymouth Winner Plans To Spoil Grandson With His Payday A man who won $1 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery said he wants to use the money to buy a boat and bring his grandson aboard as his first mate.  David Mulligan, of Plymouth, won the seven-figure prize on a “$2,000,000 50X Cashword” game, a $10 scratch-off ticket. Related: Winthrop Man Has Sensible Plan For $1 Million Lottery Jackpot He chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the $1 million over 20 years.  Mulligan brought his son Joseph along to collect the prize.  Mulligan bought the winn…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Winthrop Winner Eyeing Future With His Newfound Cash $1M Lottery Jackpot: Winthrop Winner Eyeing Future With His Newfound Cash
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Winthrop Winner Eyeing Future With His Newfound Cash A man who collected his $1 million payday from the Massachusetts State Lottes this week said he has a sensible plan for that cash. Amjad Rubieh, of Winthrop, won the seven-figure payout on the "$10,000,000 Cash King,” a $20 scratch-off game.  Related: Mass Lottery Winner Eyes Something Special With $2 Million Win Rubieh elected to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full prize over 20 years.  He said he plans to invest the money.  Rubieh bought the ticket at Saratoga Market, 16 Trident St. in East B…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Lands First Grand Prize In New Scratch-Off Game $1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Lands First Grand Prize In New Scratch-Off Game
$1M Lottery Jackpot: Gloucester Man Lands First Grand Prize In New Scratch-Off Game It didn't take long for someone to collect one of the grand prizes in a new Massachusetts State Lottery game.  Jason Marsh, of Gloucester, won the $1 million grand prize in the new "Emerald Mine 50X" game. The $5 scratch-off ticket went on sale on Jan. 7.  Related: East Boston Woman Has Sensible Plan For Her $1 Million Lottery Win Marsh chose to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity, which would have paid the full $1 million in installments over 20 years.  He said he plans to use that money to fix his car.  Marsh bought th…
Newly Minted Millionaire: Roxbury Man Eyeing New Wheels With Massive Payday Newly Minted Millionaire: Roxbury Man Eyeing New Wheels With Massive Payday
Newly Minted Millionaire: Roxbury Man Eyeing New Wheels With Massive Payday A new Massachusetts State Lottery ticket that went on sale last month had its first big winner this week.  Vatchel Younger, of Roxbury, won the first grand prize in the "$2,000,000 Diamond Cashword," a $10 scratch-off ticket. The game went on sale on Jan. 7.  Related: Massachusetts Man Lands $1 Million Payday On $20 Lottery Ticket Younger chose to take the lump sum payment of $1.3 million rather than the annuity, which would have paid out the entire jackpot over 20 years.  He said he plans to use the cash to buy a new car.  Younger bought the winning ticket at Shaw’…
Newly Minted Millionaire: Stoughton Winner Has Big Plans For Her Massive Payday Newly Minted Millionaire: Stoughton Winner Has Big Plans For Her Massive Payday
Newly Minted Millionaire: Stoughton Winner Has Big Plans For Her Massive Payday It's been a very lucky week for one Baystater who won a $1 million prize in the Massachusett State Lottery.  Brenda Stineman, of Stoughton, won the seven-figure prize playing the $10 scratch-off game "$2,000,000 50X Cashword." Stineman elected to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity.  She said she plans to use the money to update her home.  Stineman bought the winning ticket at The Chateau Restaurant, 404 Boston-Providence Turnpike in Norwood. The restaurant will receive a $10,000 bonus for the sale. 
Newly Minted Millionaire: Framingham Woman Eyes New Home With $4M Jackpot Newly Minted Millionaire: Framingham Woman Eyes New Home With $4M Jackpot
Newly Minted Millionaire: Framingham Woman Eyes New Home With $4M Jackpot A Bay State woman said she plans to buy a home after winning $4 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery.  Aline Freitas, of Framingham, won the jackpot playing the $10 scratch-off game, "777."  Related: $15 Million Lottery Jackpot Sold In Western Mass She chose to take the lump sum payment of $2.6 million rather than the annuity.  Freitas bought the winning ticket at Daily Mart, 371 Hollis St. in Framingham. The store will get a $40,000 bonus for the sale. 
$15M Lottery Ticket Sold In Holyoke; Winner Eyes Investments, Helping Out Family $15M Lottery Ticket Sold In Holyoke; Winner Eyes Investments, Helping Out Family
$15M Lottery Ticket Sold In Holyoke; Winner Eyes Investments, Helping Out Family It was a life-changing week for one Bay Stater after winning a $15 million jackpot in the Massachusetts State Lottery on a ticket bought in western Massachusetts. The Dublin Street Nominee Trust of Boston collected the prize from the $30 scratch-off game "Diamond Deluxe." The winner, whose name was not released, chose a lump-sum payment of $9.75 million before taxes rather than the annuity. They told lottery officials they plan to invest some of the money and help family members. The ticket was purchased at King Mart, 494 Westfield Road in Holyoke. The store will receive a $50,000 bonus f…
$1M Lottery Jackpot: New Bedford Woman Plans To Buy Home With Payday $1M Lottery Jackpot: New Bedford Woman Plans To Buy Home With Payday
$1M Lottery Jackpot: New Bedford Woman Plans To Buy Home With Payday A woman who won a $1 million jackpot is planning for her future with the Massachusetts State Lottery payout.  Julia Da Rosa, of New Bedford, won the seven-figure prize playing the  “$1,000,000 Ultimate 7," a $5 scratch-off game.  Related: Woman Who Won $1 Million In Lottery Wants To Buy 'Nice Lunch' With Prize Da Rosa chose the lump-sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity. She said she's planning to buy a home with the cash.  She purchased the winning ticket at Petro Mart 2, 258 Orchard St. in New Bedford. The store will get a $10,000 bonus for…
$1M Lottery Jackpot Sold In Orange $1M Lottery Jackpot Sold In Orange
$1M Lottery Jackpot Sold In Orange A trust has collected a $1 million jackpot in the Massachusetts State Lottery.  SKB 100 Trust of Quincy claimed the seven-figure prize after winning the payday playing the  “$1,000,000 Ultimate 7,” a $5 scratch-off ticket.  Related: Leominster Man Has Big Plans For $2.5 Million Lottery Payday The trust, represented by trustee David Spillane, opted to take the lump sum payment of $650,000 (before taxes) rather than the annuity. The winner's name was not announced.  The winner bought the ticket at Honey Farms, 167 Daniel Shays Hwy. in Orange. The store will get a $10,0…