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2019 Winners

Woman gets a big win for Christmas

(DOVER, Del.) — A 25-year-old Wilmington woman was gifted a $25,000 RICHER! Instant Game ticket for Christmas and that ticket ended up winning her one of the game’s $25,000 top prizes.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she was with her family Christmas morning when she scratched the ticket. “I was in disbelief when I scratched the ticket,” the woman said. “I passed the ticket around to my whole family to confirm that I’d really won!”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she may get a new car.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on December 26, 2019.

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Bridgeville woman wins big

(DOVER, Del.) — A 56-year-old Bridgeville woman purchased one Money Frenzy Instant Game ticket while visiting Five Points Deli in Laurel. That ticket ended up winning $10,000.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, scratched the ticket when she returned home and was incredibly excited for her big win. “I screamed when I saw that I had won so much,” the woman said. “It was such an amazing surprise!”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she plans to put the money into savings.

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on December 23, 2019.

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Wilmington man wins big before the holidays

(DOVER, Del.) — The timing couldn’t have been more perfect for a 74-year-old Wilmington man to get a big win. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, just became a great grandfather, and recently got engaged. While visiting the Speedy Gas in Elsmere, the man purchased two CUBE CROSSWORD HD Instant Game tickets, and one of them ended up being a $10,000 top prize winner.

“At first I thought I had won $10,” the man said. “The clerk (at the Speedy Gas) told me I had actually won $10,000! I couldn’t believe it! I was so excited.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to buy a crib for his great grandchild, take his family to dinner, and get his fiancé an engagement ring.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on December 20, 2019.

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Hockessin man wins $10,000 playing MEGA MILLIONS^®

(DOVER, Del.) — A 57-year-old Hockessin man purchased a MEGA MILLIONS^®, POWERBALL^® and LOTTO AMERICA^® ticket, all using Quick Pick, while stopping for gas at Shore Stop #267 on Centerville Road in Wilmington. His MEGA MILLIONS^® ticket ended up matching four numbers and the MEGA BALL^® for the September 10, 2019 drawing, winning $10,000 before taxes.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he enjoys playing MEGA MILLIONS^®, POWERBALL^®, and LOTTO AMERICA^® whenever he needs to stop for gas. “When I checked my MEGA MILLIONS^® tickets in the scanner, I didn’t have my glasses on. When I went back to my truck to look at the ticket again, I couldn’t believe it!”

After taxes, the man will take home $7,600.

When asked what he is planning to do with his winnings, the man said he plans to take his family out for a nice dinner to celebrate, then pay off some bills.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on December 16, 2019.

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Maryland man wins $15,000 in Delaware

(DOVER, Del.) — A retired 53-year-old Maryland man who enjoys playing the Delaware Lottery won the last $15,000 top prize playing the Instant Game $15,000 BACK SCRATCH. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, says he visits Delaware often and plays the Lottery whenever he is visiting.

The man purchased 10 various Instant Games, including two $15,000 BACK SCRATCH tickets, from Shore Stop #272 in Harrington. “I scratched the tickets when I got back to my car,” the man said. “When I saw the $15,000 prize, I had to wait for my heart to slow down before I went back to scan my ticket. I was so excited!”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he plans to put it into savings while he decides.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on December 12, 2019.

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Pennsylvania man wins big in Delaware

(DOVER, Del.) — Joshua Spahr is a 29-year-old Trainer, PA resident who has enjoyed playing instant games since he was 18. While visiting Wawa #867 on Naamans Road in Claymont, DE, Mr. Spahr purchased five CA$H IN Instant Game tickets, one of which ended up winning him one of the game’s $50,000 top prizes.

“I didn’t even realize I had such a big win when I first looked,” Spahr said. “I thought I had won $50. When I looked closer, I was shocked to see I actually had won $50,000.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, Mr. Spahr said he wants to put a down payment on a new house for his family.

Mr. Spahr claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on December 3, 2019.

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Clayton woman’s first win is a big one

(DOVER, Del.) — A 65-year-old Clayton woman purchased one Money Frenzy Instant Game ticket from Wawa #830 in Smyrna that ended up being a $10,000 winner. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, has enjoyed playing the Lottery for the past five years.

“I scratched my ticket (Money Frenzy) and saw the $5,000 prize and was shocked,” the woman said. “Then I saw the double symbol! I was so excited.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she hasn’t decided yet, but it’ll be a big help with the holidays coming up.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on November 25, 2019.

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Wilmington man wins $40,000

(DOVER, Del.) — A Wilmington man decided to purchase one DE Dollars Instant Game ticket while visiting the Shore Stop #298 on Philadelphia Pike in Wilmington. That ticket ended up being a $40,000 winner.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said, “I was in shock. When I scratched the ticket, I couldn’t believe how much I had won.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he was going to take care of some bills and put the rest in savings.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on November 21, 2019.

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Georgetown woman wins a $15,000 top prize

(DOVER, Del.) — A 35-year-old Georgetown woman purchased a $15,000 BACK SCRATCH Instant Game ticket from Royal Farms #123 in Oak Orchard. The ticket ended up being a $15,000 top prize winner.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she began playing the Lottery two months ago for a chance to win big.

“I scratched the ticket and was in disbelief,” the woman said. “I was so excited to win such a big prize.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said that she wants to pay down some bills and put the rest into savings.

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on November 15, 2019.

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3^rd MULTI-WIN LOTTO winner in two weeks

(DOVER, Del.) — A 56-year-old Middletown man has just become the third MULTI-WIN LOTTO jackpot winner in under two weeks. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, picked his numbers at random for the November 8^th drawing from Shore Stop #271 – Summit Bridge in Middletown. Before taxes, he ended up winning $51,022.

“I checked my numbers around 8:30 on Friday night (11/8) and did a double take,” the man said. “I signed it and had my wife double-check it. It was so exciting.” After taxes the man will take home $38,776.

This is the man’s second big win playing Delaware Lottery Draw Games. On April 1^st, 2015, the man won $25,000 before taxes playing MEGA MILLIONS^®. “I can’t believe it. I just feel incredibly lucky.”

When asked what he is planning to do with his winnings, the man said he would like to donate some to charity and put the rest toward his children’s college tuition.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on November 12, 2019.

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Wilmington woman wins big playing MULTI-WIN LOTTO

(DOVER, Del.) — Just a week after a Felton man hit last week’s $101,000 jackpot, another jackpot hit and was claimed by a 50-year-old Wilmington woman who matched all six numbers in the November 4^th MULTI-WIN LOTTO drawing, winning $52,102 before taxes. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased a ticket for the drawing on her way home from work at Boxwood Books, News & Tobacco in Wilmington.

The woman played using Quick Pick. After taxes, she will take home $39,597.

“I was so excited,” the woman said after scanning her ticket at Boxwood Books, News & Tobacco. “I told my husband right away.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she wants to renovate her house.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on November 6, 2019.

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Wilmington man wins big on his way home from work

(DOVER, Del.) — A 60-year-old Wilmington man had just left work when he decided to stop at Acme #872 at Price’s Corner in Wilmington. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased a few CUBE CROSSWORD HD Instant Game tickets before leaving the store—and one of them ended up being a $10,000 top-prize winner.

The man has been playing the Delaware Lottery for over 40 years and currently enjoys playing CUBE CROSSWORD HD because he feels it’s a fun and challenging Instant Game.

“I scratched the tickets when I got to my car,” the man said. “As I started counting the words, I couldn’t believe it. It was such an exciting win.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wanted to pay off a few bills and put the rest into savings.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on November 4, 2019.

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Felton man is the latest MULTI-WIN LOTTO winner

(DOVER, Del.) — A 54-year-old Felton man matched all six numbers in the October 28^th MULTI-WIN LOTTO drawing, winning $101,035 before taxes. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket at Goose Creek in Felton.

The man, who picked his own numbers randomly off of the calendar, will take home $76,786 after taxes.

“I thought I was seeing things,” the man said after realizing he had won. “I had to check the ticket a few times just to be sure. I couldn’t believe I matched all six numbers!”

When asked what he is planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to make sure he and his fiancé have a very nice wedding.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery headquarters on October 29, 2019.

$93,000 MULTI-WIN LOTTO ticket still unclaimed

A MULTI-WIN LOTTO ticket sold at the Sonoco A-Plus on Kirkwood Highway in Elsmere for the July 22^nd drawing ended up being a $93,000 winner. That winning ticket has not yet been claimed at Lottery Headquarters. Check your tickets today, you may have a big winner.

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Final $250,000 Money to Burn top prize claimed

(DOVER, Del.) — A 57-year-old Wilmington man purchased three Money to Burn Instant Game tickets from Delaware Park in Wilmington. One of those tickets ended up being the game’s final $250,000 top-prize winning ticket.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said when he initially scratched the bar code on the ticket and scanned it, the screen said to go to Delaware Lottery Headquarters to claim his prize.

“When I saw that message, I sat down and scratched the ticket,” the man said. “I was in shock! I always dreamed about winning the big one, and there it was. I was so shocked and excited.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wanted to pay down his mortgage and put the rest in savings. “This is going to make such a big impact on my life,” the man said.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on October 30, 2019.

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Wilmington man wins big playing #7

(DOVER, Del.) — A 67-year-old Wilmington man purchased 10 different Instant Game tickets from C&D Liquors in Wilmington, one of which was the game #7. That ticket ended up being a $15,000 winner.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said that he has enjoyed playing Instant Games for about 40 years and likes to purchase several different games when he plays.

“I scratched the ticket (#7) and when I saw that I had won, I gasped,” the man said. “I was so excited to get such a big win.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wanted to pay off some bills and take his girlfriend out for her birthday.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on October 30, 2019.

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New Jersey man wins big in New Castle

(DOVER, Del.) — A 38-year-old New Jersey man purchased three Instant Game tickets while visiting Beaver Brook Liquors in New Castle. One of those tickets was a 50X THE MONEY ticket that ended up being a $50,000 top prize winner.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he likes purchasing Instant Game tickets whenever he visits a different state.

“I scratched the ticket when I got to my car,” the man said. “At first, I thought I won $500 and was really excited about that. Then, I saw two more zeros. Delaware is definitely my lucky state!”

When asked about what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to visit his family in Costa Rica.

The man claimed his prized from Lottery Headquarters on October 25, 2019.

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Lewes woman wins $10,000

(DOVER, Del.) — Karen Gelbogis, a retired hairstylist from Lewes, purchased six Money to Burn Instant Game tickets from the Daily Market in Lewes. One of those tickets ended up being a $10,000 winner.

“I scratched it at the store, and there it was,” said Gelbogis. “I was shaking. I had to show my husband to be sure. It was unbelievable.”

Mrs. Gelbogis said she enjoys visiting the casinos and playing Instant Games. “I’ve won $6,000 and $1,500 at Harrington Raceway in the past, but this is my first big Instant Game win.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, Mrs. Gelbogis said she plans to use it to pay for some bills and put some money towards her car.

Karen Gelbogis claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on October 23, 2019.

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Smyrna woman starts weekend with $150,000 win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 68-year-old retired Smyrna woman purchased four Instant Game tickets from Cheswold News & Tobacco in Cheswold. One of the tickets she purchased was $150,000 FORTUNE, ticket that ended up being one of the game’s $150,000 top-prize winners.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she has been playing the Lottery for about five years and enjoys purchasing four random Instant Game tickets when she plays.

“When I scratched off the winning numbers and saw that I had won, I had to go get my glasses to make sure I was reading it correctly,” the woman said. “I was at home in my kitchen and just couldn’t believe it! I feel incredibly blessed.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she plans to do some home improvement projects.

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on October 11, 2019.

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Wilmington man plans to do a lot of good with big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 66-year-old Wilmington man purchased one Money to Burn Instant Game ticket and one CA$H Glitter Instant Game ticket from Concord Liquors in Wilmington. Both tickets ended up being winners. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, first won $50 playing CA$H Glitter and then won $10,000 playing Money to Burn.

“I’ve always been lucky,” said the man, who has been playing the Lottery for over 30 years.
“I couldn’t believe it,” the man said. “When I scratched the ticket (Money to Burn) at home, I couldn’t sleep. I was way too excited.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to help people in Wilmington who are less fortunate. He also plans to surprise his grandchildren with a trip to Disney World.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on October 8, 2019.

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Ocean View man wins $25,000 a year for life

(DOVER, Del.) — A 59-year-old Ocean View man purchased a $25,000 a year for life winning LUCKY FOR LIFE^® ticket from Wawa #856 in Delmar. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, typically buys $10 worth of LUCKY FOR LIFE^® tickets when he plays the Lottery, but on this occasion, he decided to buy $20 worth of tickets.

“I usually have a ten-dollar bill with me when I play,” the man said. “When I purchased the winning ticket, I only had a twenty, so I thought, why not?”

The man played the Quick Pick option on the September 30 drawing and matched five numbers. He decided to take the lump sum payout of $390,004 before taxes. After taxes, the man will take home $296,403.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he is going to start his retirement a little earlier than expected.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on October 4, 2019.

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Man goes shopping for a big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 35-year-old New Castle man went on a mission to find a big win. The man, who wished to remain anonymous visited several stores to purchase Bonus Payout Instant Game tickets. At his last stop, the Appleby Shell station in New Castle, he ended up purchasing the last $150,000 top-prize winning ticket.

“I knew there was still a $150,000 prize out there and I just wanted to find it,” the man said. “I couldn’t believe I actually did!” The man added that he has enjoyed playing $20 Instant Games for a few years.

“I cried when I scanned the ticket. It was the last one I purchased and when I scanned it, I was just so happy.” When asked what the man was planning to do with his winnings, he said he’s still too excited to think about that yet.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on October 2, 2019.

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New Castle man wins $40,000

(DOVER, Del.) — A 19-year-old New Castle man purchased five Instant Game tickets, including one 7 Instant Game ticket, from the Shoprite at Christiana Crossing in Wilmington. The 7 ticket ended up winning him one of the game’s $40,000 top prizes.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, has had quite the lucky year. He began playing the Lottery when he turned 18 and has already won prizes of $4,000 and $5,000 before this big win.

“I was so excited,” the man said. “I thought I had won $4,000, but when I showed my mom, she told me to look again. That’s when I realized it said $40,000! I was shocked.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he is preparing to leave for the Navy so he’ll just be putting it into savings for the time being.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on September 27, 2019.

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Woman’s lucky feeling leads to $40,000 win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 46-year-old Dover woman enjoys playing Delaware Lottery Instant Games whenever she gets a lucky feeling. During a recent visit to Larry’s Liquor Store in Dover, she had that feeling and decided to purchase one LIMITED Instant Game ticket. Her feeling paid off when she ended up purchasing one of the game’s $40,000 top prize winners.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, scratched the ticket in her car and couldn’t believe what she saw. “I was shocked,” the woman said. “I went right back into the store to check it. I was so excited.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she plans to put it into her savings account.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on September 20, 2019.

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Milton man matches four numbers and the POWER BALL^®

(DOVER, Del.) — A 61-year-old Milton man won $50,000 before taxes after matching four numbers and the POWER BALL^® in the June 29^th POWERBALL^® drawing. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket at Bodie’s Dairy Market 2 in Milton.

“Sometimes I play Quick Pick,” the man said, “but when I purchased the winning ticket, I played my own numbers. I saw the winning numbers on social media the next day and couldn’t believe it. But with work and family, I haven’t been able to claim it until now.”

After taxes, the man will take home $38,000. “I was one away from the big one, but I’m still really fortunate and grateful for this win.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he was going to pay off his truck and put some away for his grandchildren.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on September 20, 2019.

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CUBE CROSSWORD HD spells out big win for Magnolia man

(DOVER, Del.) — A 54-year-old Magnolia man won a $10,000 top prize from a CUBE CROSSWORD HD Instant Game ticket he purchased from Uncle Willie’s in Woodside. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he began playing the Lottery a long time ago and enjoys playing Instant Games.

“I couldn’t believe it when I counted the words,” the man said about learning he had won. “I won a $1,500 top prize playing MOO-LAH before, but this was definitely my biggest win yet.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he planned to buy a new bed and put the rest into savings.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on September 17, 2019.

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$10,004 MEGA MILLIONS^® winner in Wilmington

(DOVER, Del.) — A 31-year-old Wilmington woman matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL^® on the September 6^th MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing, winning $10,004 before taxes.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased her winning ticket at the Quick Mart in Wilmington. She will take home $7,603 after taxes.

“I am so excited about this big win,” the woman said. “This is an amazing experience.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she has a few ideas in mind, but hasn’t decided on anything yet.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on September 12, 2019.

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Newark woman starts weekend with a win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 44-year-old Newark woman who started playing the Delaware Lottery three months ago is already a big winner. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased two $15,000 Back Scratch Instant Game tickets from the Shell gas station at 841 Pulaski Highway in Bear. One of the tickets ended up winning her one of the game’s $15,000 top prizes.

“I was in disbelief,” the woman said. “I just recently started playing the Lottery and couldn’t believe I already had my first big win!”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she plans to put it towards a new home.

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on September 13, 2019.

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Man’s lucky numbers win him $25,000 a year for life

(DOVER, Del.) — A 65-year-old New Castle man has been playing the same numbers since he won $500 using them 20 years ago. The man played those numbers for the September 9^th LUCKY FOR LIFE^® drawing and matched all five numbers, winning $25,000 a year for life.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the ticket at Dave’s Liquors in New Castle.

“I thought I was dreaming,” the man said when he learned that he had won. “I was one away from the big one (matching 5 numbers and the Lucky Ball), but that’s okay. This is still such a great win!”

The man opted for the lump sum payment of $390,000. After taxes, the man will take home $296,400.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said, “I’m pretty laid back and don’t spend money on expensive things. I just want to help a few people out and save the rest.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on September 11, 2019.

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New Castle woman wins final CASH X50 top prize

(DOVER, Del.) — A 62-year-old New Castle woman who usually purchases one Instant Game ticket at a time had a good feeling when she visited the New Castle Shell station; so, she purchased two CASH X50 Instant Game tickets.

“Something just told me to buy two,” the woman said. “I’m so glad I did.”

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, ended up winning the game’s final $50,000 top prize. “At first, I thought I had won $50, but I kept scratching and saw three more zeroes. I couldn’t believe it!”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said that she and her husband plan to pay off their home.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on September 3, 2019.

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NY man makes a $50,000 pit stop

(DOVER, Del.) — A 75-year-old retired man from the Bronx, NY purchased one $10 POWERBALL^® ticket with 5 draws from the A-Plus in the Delaware House Travel Plaza for the June 29^th drawing plus 4 advance draws. The first draw on his ticket, June 29^th, ended up being a $50,000 (before taxes) winner by matching 4 white balls and the Powerball.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, will take home $38,000 after taxes.

“Every time I travel, I like to purchase 1 POWERBALL^® ticket with 5 Quick Picks at any store I stop at along the way,” the man said. “I’ve won a little before, but never anything like this!”

The man learned he had won when he checked his ticket online two weeks after the drawing. “At first, I wasn’t sure that I had won. I had to have my nephew check the ticket. I couldn’t believe it.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he planned to invest it in the stock market.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 28, 2019.

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Marydel man starts holiday weekend with big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 48-year-old Marydel man purchased three Money to Burn Instant Game tickets from Marydel Liquor & Tobacco, and one of them ended up being a $10,000 winning ticket.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he enjoys playing the $20 and $25 Instant Game tickets, and has been playing the Lottery for about 5 years.

“I scratched the ticket in the store (Marydel Liquor & Tobacco) and scanned it. I couldn’t believe it,” the man said. “Just last year I won $5,000, but this is my biggest win yet.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he was looking into buying some property.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 30, 2019.

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12 friends share a big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A group of 12 women from New Castle who are part of a lottery pool matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL^® for the August 23^rd MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing. After dividing the $10,000 prize, each woman will take home $633 after taxes.

“We’ve all been playing together for about five years,” one of the women said. “We purchase two MEGA MILLIONS^® tickets and two POWERBALL^® tickets every week.”

The winning ticket was purchased at Shop Rite of Governor’s Square in Bear.

“We were only one number away from the $90 million jackpot, but it was still such a nice surprise to find out we had won,” said one of the women after scanning the ticket and learning they had won.

When asked what they were planning to do with their winnings, one of the women said they were planning to put some in the bank and use some of the winnings to keep playing.

The women claimed their prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 30, 2019.

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Claymont man gets $100,000 big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 48-year-old Claymont man has claimed the last of two $100,000 top-prizes from the Instant Game Money Clip. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket from the Sunoco A-Plus in Claymont.

The man has been playing the Delaware Lottery for a few years and has won prizes of $500 and $1,000 in the past, but this was, by far, his biggest win yet.

“I couldn’t believe it,” the man said after he scratched and scanned his ticket before leaving the Sunoco A-Plus. “I was with my wife and we went back to the car and started celebrating this exciting win!”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he plans to get some new furniture for his house and start planning a vacation.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 26, 2019.

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Woman doubles prize with 2X MEGAPLIER^®

(DOVER, Del.) — A 51-year-old woman from Middletown matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL on the August 16^th MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing. She also played the MEGAPLIER® 2X which took her prize from $10,000 to $20,000 before taxes.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased her winning ticket at J&K Liquor Warehouse in Middletown. “I like to purchase two tickets for every MEGA MILLIONS^® game,” the woman said. “I also like to pick my own numbers.” For the August 16^th drawing, the woman said she used birthdays that were significant to her to choose her numbers.

The woman, who will take home $15,200 after taxes, didn’t realize she had won until she returned to J&K Liquor Warehouse to purchase tickets for the next drawing. “The clerk scanned my ticket and told me I had to go to Lottery Headquarters to claim my prize! I was so excited!”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she is planning to put the money into savings.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 27, 2019.

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Milford woman gets her biggest win yet

(DOVER, Del.) — A 53-year-old woman from Milford who previously won $1,000 and $5,000 prizes playing the Delaware Lottery purchased three CASH X20 Instant Game tickets from Market Place in Milford—one of which ended up being a $20,000 top-prize winner.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, was shocked when she saw that she had won. “I scratched all of my numbers first, then I scratched the winning numbers at the top of the ticket,” the woman said. “I closed my eyes then looked at it (winning ticket) again to make sure I was seeing it right.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she will be paying off her car and putting the rest in the bank.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 22, 2019.

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Millsboro man starts week with big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 49-year-old Millsboro man purchased a single Money to Burn Instant Game ticket while visiting the One Stop Food Market in Georgetown, DE. When the man, who wished to remain anonymous, returned home to scratch his ticket, he couldn’t believe what he saw.

“I was shocked,” the man said when he realized he had won $10,000. “I was so excited for such a big win!”

The man, who has been playing the Lottery for over 20 years, said he mostly enjoys playing Instant Games, but will play POWERBALL^® and MEGA MILLIONS^® when they have large jackpots. “I like to play to win big,” the man said.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to put it into savings.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 12, 2019.

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Maryland man gets $50,000 big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 24-year-old Delmar, Maryland man purchased a CASH X50 Instant Game ticket from Tax Free Fine Wine & Good Spirits in Delmar, DE, which ended up being a $50,000 winning ticket.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he began playing the Lottery this spring, and has enjoyed Instant Games ever since.

“I was shocked and in awe,” the man said about winning one of the game’s $50,000 top prizes. “I just scratched the corner and scanned it. I couldn’t believe it.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to get a new car and be smart with the rest.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on August 5, 2019.

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Philadelphia woman has a $10,000 big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 68-year-old Philadelphia woman who was visiting Delaware stopped at Mike’s Food Mart in Dover and decided to purchase a few Money To Burn Instant Game tickets before leaving. One of those tickets ended up being a $10,000 winning ticket.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she was incredibly excited when she saw that she had won. “I won a few times playing back in Philadelphia, but nothing this big. I couldn’t believe it!”

When asked what she was planning on doing with her winnings, the woman said she is going to take some time to decide on what she wants to do with it.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on July 23, 2019.

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10 GRAND CROSSWORD spells big win for Wilmington man

(DOVER, Del.) — A 58-year-old man purchased two 10 GRAND CROSSWORD Instant Game tickets from Lancaster Discount Liquors in Wilmington and one of them ended up being a $10,000 top-prize winner.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he was shocked when he realized he had won. “I had to let my daughter check it. I was just in disbelief until I came here (Lottery Headquarters) and saw the check. I thought, wow, this is really happening.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to pay a few bills and put the rest into savings.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on July 19, 2019.

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Teacher celebrates summer vacation with big win

(DOVER, Del.) — Heather Hoffert, a 44-year-old teacher from Pennsylvania, was vacationing with her mother when they stopped into Smitty McGee’s in Selbyville. Before leaving, they saw a Delaware Lottery Instant Game display and her mother asked, “Are you feeling lucky?”

Ms. Hoffert decided she was feeling lucky and purchased three Cinco 5 Spot Instant Game tickets before leaving the store. One of those tickets ended up winning the game’s last top prize of $15,000.

“I scratched the tickets when we returned to the car,” Hoffert said. “I couldn’t believe it. There was a lot of cheering between my mother and I.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, Ms. Hoffert said she wants to make a few repairs around her home and put the rest into savings.

Ms. Hoffert claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on July 15, 2019.

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Milford man wins $50,000 Money Plu$ top prize

(DOVER, Del.) — A 30-year-old Milford man purchased three different Instant Game tickets from Market Place in Milford, DE. One of the tickets he purchased was Money Plu$, and that ticket ended up being the last of the game’s $50,000 top prize winners.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he was “totally in shock” when he realized he won. “I scratched the number 24, and saw the prize underneath it. I was so excited,” the man said.

The man, who has enjoyed playing Instant Games since he turned 18, said he immediately called his mom to share the good news about his big win.

When asked what he is planning to do with his winnings, the man said he is still in shock from the win, so he hasn’t had time to decide yet. In the meantime, he is more than happy to put it in the bank while he decides.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on July 12, 2019.

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3X MEGAPLIER^® makes big win even bigger

(DOVER, Del.) — A 34-year-old Pennsylvania man from Marcus Hook matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL on the June 25^th MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing. He also played the MEGAPLIER^® 3X, which took his big win from $10,000 to $30,000 before taxes.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased 10 tickets for the June 25^th MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing using Quick Pick from Delaware Park Racetrack. After taxes, the man will take home $22,800.

“I checked the numbers online the day after the drawing,” the man said. “I had to do a double take to make sure I was reading the ticket right. I couldn’t believe it!”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he’s going to put it into savings for now while he decides what he wants to do.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on June 28, 2019.

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Dover woman claims last Double Sided Dollars top prize

(DOVER, Del.) — Double Sided Dollars has been one Dover woman’s favorite Instant Game since she won $100 playing it. So when she stopped at the Stop & Shop on White Oak Road in Dover, she purchased two Double Sided Dollars tickets before leaving.

The 72-year-old woman, who wished to remain anonymous, scratched the tickets in the store and couldn’t believe what she saw. “When I scratched the ticket, I almost fainted,” the woman said when she realized she had won the game’s last $15,000 top prize.

When asked what she is planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she plans to get a new bedroom furniture set and put the rest in the bank.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on June 18, 2019.

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4^th Money to Burn big winner this June

(DOVER, Del.) — A 54-year-old Smyrna man became the fourth person to get a big win playing Money to Burn this June. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased one Money to Burn Instant Game ticket from Smyrna News and Tobacco which ended up being a $10,000 winning ticket.

“I’ve won $100 in the past, but this is by far my biggest win,” the man said. “I was so shocked I yelled a little. Then I called my wife to tell her the good news.”

The man, who has been playing the Lottery for 10 years, is the third player to win $10,000 playing Money to Burn this month. Additionally, a Dagsboro man won $250,000, one of the game’s top prizes, just last week.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said, “I’m going to put some toward retirement and take my family on vacation.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on June 24, 2019.

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Newark woman wins $10,000 top prize

(DOVER, Del.) — A 58-year-old female from Newark took a chance on a 10 GRAND CROSSWORD Instant Game that turned out to be a big winner. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, recently purchased a variety of Instant Game tickets from Tobacco City in Newark, but it was the 10 GRAND CROSSWORD ticket that ended up being a $10,000 top prize winner.

The woman, who typically plays Draw Games including PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, POWERBALL^® and MEGA MILLIONS^®, instead opted for an Instant Game that caught her eye. “This game reminded me of a bingo-like game, something that I used to play with my mother-in-law,” she said.

She waited until she got home to scratch the tickets and couldn’t believe what she saw. “I must have stared at the winning ticket for a half hour,” she said, still in disbelief from the surprise. “I finally drove to the store to have them double-check that it was a winner. I was in such shock.”

When asked what she was planning on doing with her winnings, she replied that she would be putting some towards an upcoming family vacation to Disney and using the rest to help offset some costs while she’s in between jobs.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on June 17, 2019.

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Couple's relaxing night out turns into cause for celebration

(DOVER, Del.) — A relaxing night out for a local Delaware couple turned into quite the exciting evening when they discovered they were top prize winners for the Money to Burn Instant Game. Michael Oxbrough, a 49-year-old man from Dagsboro, purchased two tickets from Stockley Tavern in Georgetown while out with his wife. One of those tickets ended up being a $250,000 top prize winner.

Michael said he and his wife initially went to the bar to play Keno^®, purchasing five games before deciding to try their luck with a few Instant Game tickets. “Honestly, it’s a lot of fun and something we enjoy doing together,” he said.

He began to scratch the first ticket and noticed that one of his numbers matched one of the winning numbers. Realizing he had won, he decided to move on to the second ticket before uncovering his prize. Once the second ticket showed no winnings, he returned back to the first ticket to discover what he originally thought was a $250 prize, was actually $250,000.

“I jumped up from the bar and ran straight to the parking lot, hollering all the way,” he said. “I had to keep checking the ticket again and again to make sure it was really a big win.”

His wife and the bartender ran out after him and confirmed that this was no illusion – he really had won the top prize. Everyone then returned inside from the parking lot and Michael kindly purchased a round of drinks for everyone in the establishment to celebrate his fateful win.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, Michael replied that he was looking forward to getting a little ahead of the game on things like bills and finances.

Michael claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on June 13, 2019.

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Winning runs in the family for PA man

(DOVER, Del.) — A 27-year-old man from York Haven, PA, stopped in to Royal Farms #158 in Georgetown and decided to purchase four Instant Game Tickets. One of those tickets was the last $25,000 CASHTASTIC top prize winning Instant Game ticket.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he has been playing Instant Games for two years. He started playing after his stepfather won $300,000 playing the lottery.

“I couldn’t believe it,” the man said when he learned he had won. “I scanned my ticket and it said to come to Lottery Headquarters. I was so shocked.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wanted to put it away for his daughter.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on June 4, 2019.

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Claymont man gets $10,000 win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 56-year-old man from Claymont, DE, stopped by Yetter’s Liquors in Claymont and picked up eight different Instant Game tickets. One of those tickets ended up being a $10,000 Money to Burn winning ticket.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he’s been playing the Delaware Lottery for about thirty years. When he scratched and scanned his ticket, he didn’t believe it was a $10,000 winner. “I had to scan it twice” the man said. “I even made the clerk check it for me.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he didn’t know yet, but he will be happy to figure something out.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on May 21, 2019.

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Selbyville man wins big with 4X MEGAPLIER^®

(DOVER, Del.) — A 61-year-old Selbyville man matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL on the May 14^th MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, also played the MEGAPLIER^® 4X multiplier, taking his prize from $10,000 to $40,000 before taxes.

The man, who will take home $30,400 after taxes, purchased his winning ticket at the Selbyville Goose Creek. He used Quick Pick to choose his numbers. “I checked my numbers in the morning (May 15^th) and saw I had matched four out of five numbers and the MEGAPLIER,” the man said. “My wife and I were shocked. We couldn’t believe it!”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said there’s a few things he has in mind, and that the win came at a great time because he is retiring this June.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on May 20, 2019.

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PA man wins $15,000 on camping trip

(DOVER, Del.) — A 67-year-old woman from West Lawn, PA, who owns a beach house in Delaware, was grocery shopping at the Super G in Millville when she decided to purchase a Double Sided Dollars and a Wild 7 Instant Game ticket. The Double Sided Dollars ticket was a $50 winner and the WILD 7 ticket was a top prize winner.

When the woman, who wished to remain anonymous, scratched her WILD 7 ticket, she was completely shocked to see that it was a $40,000 winning ticket. “I couldn’t believe it. I was so excited” the woman said. “I immediately signed the back and showed the clerk.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she wants to put some money aside for a boat, and give some to her sons as well.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on May 16, 2019.

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PA man wins $15,000 on camping trip

(DOVER, Del.) — A 49-year-old man from Columbia, Pennsylvania who was camping just outside Milton stopped to get a few things at Uncle Willie’s in Lewes. Before leaving, he purchased four $5 Instant Game tickets, including two Double Sided DOLLARS tickets.

One of those Double Sided DOLLARS tickets ended up being a $15,000 winner.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, returned to his campsite before scratching the ticket. “I scratched it and I just started staring at the ticket,” the man said about learning he had won. “I just couldn’t believe what I saw.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said,” This was a really nice surprise at a great time. My better half and I were just looking into getting a new roof. This will really help with that.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery headquarters on May 13, 2019.

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Middletown man wins $10,000

(DOVER, Del.) — A 21-year-old Middletown man purchased five Quick Pick MEGA MILLIONS^® tickets for the May 10^th drawing from Smith’s Liquors II in Middletown. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, checked his tickets before work on May 11^th and discovered he had matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL, winning $10,000 before taxes.

“I’m a truck driver so I have to wake up at around four in the morning, so I was asleep before the drawing,” the man said. “When I woke up and saw that I had won, I couldn’t believe it. I woke my fiancé up to tell her we’d won.”

After taxes, the man will take home $7,600. When asked what he planned on doing with his winnings, the man said he was excited to put it into savings.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on May 13, 2019.

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Wilmington woman wins a top prize

(DOVER, Del.) — A 60-year-old Wilmington woman who purchased one full of money Instant Game ticket from Hank’s House of Liquor in New Castle ended up winning the game’s last $25,000 top prizes.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she has enjoyed playing Delaware Lottery Instant Games for almost 30 years.

“I scratched the ticket and couldn’t believe what I saw,” the woman said. “I scanned it in the machine and was so excited when it said I had won.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she is looking forward to paying off her car.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery headquarters on May 6, 2019.

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Maryland woman wins big in Laurel

(DOVER, Del.) — A 71-year-old retired Maryland woman was heading home after visiting one of Delaware’s three casinos when she decided to stop at Royal Farms #171 in Laurel to grab a snack. While there, she decided to purchase one 10 Grand Crossword Instant Game ticket.

That ticket ended up being one of the game’s $10,000 top prize winners.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, returned back to Maryland before realizing she had won. “I was back home, and someone told me to check out the ticket,” the woman said. “I was shocked to see how much I had won.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she planned on doing some work around her house.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery headquarters on May 6, 2019.

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Retired Millsboro man wins big

(DOVER, Del.) — A retired Millsboro man purchased one Money to Burn Instant Game ticket from CK’s Liquor Locker in Millsboro that ended up being a big winner. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, initially thought he had won $50, but quickly realized it was actually a $10,000 winning ticket.

“I saw the double symbol and just thought it would be $25 doubled,” the man said. “Then I saw $5,000 and couldn’t believe it.” With the double symbol, the prize became $10,000.

The man, who has enjoyed playing Instant Games for the last five years, said he has won $1,000 in the past, but this was his biggest win yet.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he has a few ideas but until he decides, he’s just happy to have it in the bank.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on May 3, 2019.

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Middletown postal worker gets a big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 48-year-old postal worker purchased five Instant Game tickets from Wawa #828 on Boyds Corner in Middletown, and one of them ended up being a $10,000 winning Money to Burn ticket. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, was with his fiancé when he learned he had won.

“My fiancé scratched the ticket and started jumping up and down,” the man said. “I’ve won a little here and there, but this is my biggest win so far.”

The man said he enjoys POWERBALL^® and MEGA MILLIONS^® in addition to Instant Games, and usually plays at the Wawa where he purchased his winning ticket.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he plans to get his mortgage paid off within a few months.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on April 26, 2019

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Wilmington man wins big playing MULTI-WIN LOTTO

(DOVER, Del.) — A 68-year-old Wilmington man matched all six numbers in the April 10^th MULTI-WIN LOTTO drawing, winning $75,025 before taxes. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased four tickets for the drawing from Jack’s Country Maid Deli on Kirkwood Highway in Wilmington.

The man played using Quick Pick. After taxes, he will take home $57,019.

“I was in disbelief,” the man said after scanning his ticket at Jack’s Country Maid Deli. “I immediately left the store and went home to tell my wife.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he is still deciding, but is excited to figure something out.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on April 15, 2019.

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Newark woman celebrates birthday week with a big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 48-year-old Newark woman purchased five Instant Game tickets from Acme #2680 in Newark, Delaware. One of the tickets she purchased was Money to Burn and that ticket ended up being one of the game’s $250,000 top prize winners.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, was with her daughter when she found out she had won. “We couldn’t believe it,” the woman said. “I scratched the ticket and was so surprised. We went and scanned it just to be sure.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she is excited to pay off her debt and to help others.

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on April 11, 2019, just three days before her birthday.

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POWERBALL^® winner tripled prize with Power Play^®

(DOVER, Del.) — A 56-year-old nurse from New Jersey purchased a POWERBALL^® Quick Pick ticket with a 3X Power Play^® from Tobacco City in Newark, which ended up winning her $150,000 before taxes.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, matched four white balls and the POWERBALL^®, which normally has a prize of $50,000 before taxes. But thanks to her 3X Power Playâoption, the woman’s prize tripled to $150,000 before taxes.

“I was in shock,” the woman, who will take home $114,000 after taxes, said. “I’m incredibly grateful.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said, “I’m not sure yet. This is still so new to me, so I want to really be smart about it.”

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on March 29, 2019.

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Long commute leads to $15,000 big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 30-year-old Bridgeville woman got a big win after purchasing one CINCO 5 SPOT Instant Game ticket from the Bridgeville BP. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said, “I commute a lot (to work), so I occasionally like to stop and pick up an Instant Game ticket.”

The woman said she enjoys playing the Lottery weekly to help break up her commute.

“I couldn’t believe what I saw,” the woman said when she realized she had purchased a $15,000 winning ticket. “I went right back into the store (Bridgeville BP) to scan it.”

“This win will definitely change my life,” the woman said when asked what she was planning to do with her winnings. “It will help me move closer to work.”

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on March 28, 2019.

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Pennsylvania man starts weekend with big win

(DOVER, Del.) — Just last week, a Townsend man claimed $10,000 playing the Instant Game $250 GRAND. This week, a second Townsend man has claimed a $10,000 prize from the $250 GRAND Instant Game.

The 62-year-old man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket from Shore Stop #227 in Townsend.

“I couldn’t believe it,” the man said when he realized he had won. “I immediately took a picture of it then put it in my safe.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said, “I’m restoring a ’66 Bronco so this is really going to help with that.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 27, 2019.

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Pennsylvania man starts weekend with big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 39-year-old man from Mercer, Pennsylvania, who was visiting Shore Stop #294 in Fenwick, decided to purchase a Money to Burn Instant Game ticket while he was there. That ticket ended up being a $10,000 winning ticket.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he enjoys playing the lottery “just for fun, and to hit it big.”

“I scratched the bottom end (of the Instant Game ticket) and then worked my way up,” the man said. “I was shocked! I couldn’t stop shaking.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he hasn’t decided yet, but he’s very excited to figure something out.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on March 22, 2019.

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Newark woman wins big playing CASH X20

(DOVER, Del.) — A 37-year-old Newark woman purchased one CASH X20 Instant Game ticket from Best Liquors in Wilmington, which ended up being one of the game’s $20,000 top prizes.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she has enjoyed playing Instant Games since she was 19, and will play anywhere from one to five Instant Games when she plays.

“I matched the numbers and was in disbelief,” the woman said. “I went back into the store (Best Liquors) to check the ticket, and the man working told me I had won.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she plans to put it toward her car loan.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 25, 2019.

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Woman claims big win 5 months after drawing

(DOVER, Del.) — A 59-year-old New Castle woman received quite the surprise when she finally checked her MEGA MILLIONS^® ticket from the October 26, 2018 drawing. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, had matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL, winning $10,000 before taxes.

“I keep my (old) tickets until I go to the liquor store (New Castle Spirits in New Castle), and then I scan them all,” the woman said.

The woman, who enjoys playing MEGA MILLIONS^® and POWERBALL^®, especially when the jackpots get high, was incredibly happy to learn she had won $7,600 after taxes. “I couldn’t believe it,” she said. “I was so excited I started jumping up and down.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said that she plans to deposit it at the bank while she decides.

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on March 21, 2019.

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Dover man wins big playing 10 GRAND CROSSWORD

(DOVER, Del.) — A 59-year-old Dover man has enjoyed playing 10 GRAND CROSSWORD since it was released. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he plays the Instant Game every week at Shore Stop #231 in Rising Sun. This week, he ended up purchasing a $10,000 winning ticket.

“At first I thought I had won $250,” the man said. “When I handed it to the cashier at the Shore Stop, they told me it was actually a $10,000 winner. I was shocked!”

The man said he enjoys playing at the Shore Stop because he “…really likes everyone that works there. They’re always friendly.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he was looking forward to paying off his truck.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on March 19, 2019.

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Frankford man claims $50,000 POWERBALL^® winner

(DOVER, Del.) — A 55-year-old retail manager from Frankford matched four white balls and the POWERBALL^® in the February 16^th POWERBALL^® drawing winning $50,000 before taxes. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the winning ticket from the Laurel Oasis in Laurel.

The man said he has been playing the Delaware Lottery Draw Games for about eight years and always purchases five tickets when he plays. His winning POWERBALL^® ticket was a Quick Pick, although he often likes to choose his own numbers using birthday and anniversary dates.

The man, who took home $38,000 after taxes said he was “completely shocked” when he scanned his ticket to check it. “I wasn’t sure I was reading the screen correctly,” he said.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wants to invest it for his retirement.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on March 19, 2019.

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$1,000,000 POWERBALL^® ticket claimed by Selbyville man

(DOVER, Del.) — A 79-year-old Selbyville man matched five white balls for the March 2^nd POWERBALL^® drawing, winning $1,000,000 before taxes. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased two Quick Pick POWERBALL^® tickets for the drawing from the Fenwick Island Goose Creek.

“I won $500 before, but obviously nothing this big,” the man said. I checked my numbers on the website (delottery.com) the morning after the drawing. I couldn’t believe it.”

After taxes, the man took home $760,000.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he’s still deciding what to do – but for now, he’s just happy to have it in the bank.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 18, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Townsend man wins $10,000

(DOVER, Del.) — A 48-year-old Townsend man who has enjoyed playing Instant Games and Draw Games for 10 years got a big win after purchasing one $250 GRAND Instant Game ticket from the Chelsea BP in New Castle.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, was very excited to find out he had won. “I scratched and scanned the ticket and just couldn’t believe it,” he said.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said, “I’m still thinking about it. I’m just so excited to be here (claiming his prize).”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 18, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Wilmington man gets a big POWERBALL^® win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 65-year-old retired Wilmington man matched four white balls and the Powerball in the March 13^th POWERBALL^® drawing – winning $50,000 before taxes. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he has been purchasing the Quick Pick option for POWERBALL^® and MEGA MILLIONS^® tickets every week since 2002.

The winning ticket was purchased at Acme #813 in Wilmington.

“I went in on Friday (3/15) to get tickets (for the March 16 drawing) and that’s when I found out I had won,” the man said. “I check my tickets and the machine said to come down to Dover.”

After taxes, the man will take home $38,000.

When asked what he was planning on doing with his winnings, the man said he plans to “give some charities a bigger cut.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 18, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Smyrna man gets $20,000 big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 77-year-old retired man from Smyrna who was visiting Dover Downs decided to purchase three Instant Game tickets. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said, “I saw someone else buying Instant Game tickets, so I said, Why not?”

One of the tickets the man purchased was 20X the bucks, and that ticket ended up being a $20,000 winner.

“I was elated,” the man said when he realized he had won. “I’ve been playing (the Lottery) since 2006 hoping one day I’d hit it big and take a big trip.”

He added that he planned to use his winnings to travel with his wife to go meet his great granddaughters.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 12, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Three is a magic number for one Milton man

(DOVER, Del.) — A 65-year-old Milton man has been playing Instant Games and Draw Games since he retired in 2005. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he enjoys using the Delaware Lottery self-service machines, and he always picks three Instant Games to play when he uses them.

So when the man visited Wawa #865 in Long Neck, he decided to purchase three Instant Game tickets before he left. One of those tickets was a $10,000 winning Money to Burn ticket.

“I was surprised,” the man said when realized he had won. “I saw the double money bag symbol but didn’t realize it was for that much.” The prize amount beneath the symbol was $5,000 making the total prize $10,000. “It felt really good to win,” he added.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he wanted to put some into savings and use some for a vacation he and his wife have planned.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 12, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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$100,000 big win for a Bridgeville man

(DOVER, Del.) — A 52-year-old Bridgeville man stopped at the BP in Bridgeville to purchase one MONEY CLIP Instant Game ticket. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, ended up purchasing a $100,000 top prize ticket.

The man said he has enjoyed playing Instant Games weekly for the past 20 years and usually plays them at the BP.

“I just read it and knew it was a winner,” the man said about learning he had won. “I won $1,000 two years ago, but nothing ever this big!”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said, “I’m just going to put it in the bank and act like it’s another day.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 11, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Dover couple splits $50,000 big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A Dover couple that has been married for 57 years just celebrated a big win together. The couple, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased three Instant tickets from the Sunoco A-Plus on South College Avenue in Newark. One of those tickets was the Money Plu$ top prize $50,000 winner.

The couple said they enjoy Instant Games and Draw Games, and always pitch in together to purchase tickets. “We enjoy scratching Instant Games after supper,” they said.

The couple was both shocked and in disbelief when they learned they had each won $25,000.

One of the two is currently retired while the other is not, but when asked what they were planning to do with their winnings, the couple said they planned to pay some bills and have the working spouse retire as well.

The couple claimed their prize at Lottery headquarters on March 11, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Felton woman gets $100,000 belated holiday gift

(DOVER, Del.) — A 27-year-old Felton woman received a few Instant Game tickets for the holidays. She used the winnings from those tickets to purchase a LOADED Instant Game ticket from Royal Farms #13 in Felton.

That ticket ended up being a $100,000 winning ticket.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, was with her husband when she scratched the winning ticket. “I thought I was reading it wrong,” the woman said when seeing she had won. “I showed my husband and he said I was reading it right, that I had a winning ticket!”

The woman, who enjoys playing Instant Games, said she was very excited about her big win and living a “debt free life.”

When asked what she was planning on doing with her winnings, the woman said she wants to pay off her and her husband’s cars. “I have always had a car payment since I was 18 years old. This will be a relief!”

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 7, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Milford woman gets a $10,000 big win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 57-year-old Milford woman who purchased two Money to Burn Instant Game tickets from the Milford Mobil Corporation is now a $10,000 big winner. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said that on one of her tickets, she scratched the double money bag symbol then saw the $5,000 prize.

The double money bag doubled the $5,000 prize to $10,000.

“This is my first time winning anything this big,” the woman said about her win. “I want to use this for my kids.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said,” I want to give it to my family for college tuition.”

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on March 7, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Grandmother Gets Second Big Win This Month

(DOVER, Del.) — A Lewes woman purchased two 10 GRAND CROSSWORD Instant Tickets from Royal Farms #141 in Ellendale and one of those tickets ended up being a $10,000 winner. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she finds playing Instant Games relaxing – her favorite being of the crossword and bingo variety.

In addition to this big win, the woman also won $5,000 playing DIAMOND BINGO on February 1.

“I had to check the ticket (10 GRAND CROSSWORD) twice to make sure I saw it correctly,” the woman said when she realized she had won. “I just couldn’t believe it.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said she is planning to take a vacation with her family later this year.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on February 28, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Beginner's Luck For An 83-year-old Dover Woman

(DOVER, Del.) — While visiting Cheswold News and Tobacco in Cheswold, an 83-year-old woman decided to purchase one LIMITED Instant Game ticket. It was her first time playing the Lottery.

“I decided to take a chance and give it a try,” the woman said about purchasing her ticket. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, ended up purchasing a $40,000 winning ticket.

“I am so shocked,” the woman said about her win. The woman gave her winning ticket to the cashier at the Cheswold News and Tobacco to verify her win. “The machine (scanner) lit up and said I won. I still can’t believe it!”

When asked what she was planning on doing with her winnings, the woman said she was going to put it in the bank while she decides.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on February 27, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Man Gets Big Win With His Morning Coffee

(DOVER, Del.) — A 62-year-old man from Pennsylvania stopped at Wawa #862 on Concord Pike in Talleyville on his way to work for a cup of coffee. While there, the man decided to purchase two different $10 Instant Game tickets.

One of the Instant Games he purchased was a $40,000 winning LUCKY 7 ticket.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, scratched the winning ticket when he returned to his truck. “I kept thinking, this can’t be,” the man said when he realized he had won. “I was shocked.”

In addition to Instant Games, the man said he also enjoys playing POWERBALL^® and Play 3^®, and he has been playing the Lottery for over 20 years.

When asked what he was planning on doing with his winnings, the man said he plans to pay off his truck and put the rest of the money in the bank.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on February 27, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

Winner Privacy is our Policy.
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Newark Woman Gets A $15,000 Big Win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 38-year-old Newark woman shopping with her mother at Acme #817 in the Fox Run Shopping Center in Bear decided to add three Double Sided DOLLARS Instant Game tickets to her shopping list. One of those tickets ended up being a $15,000 winning ticket.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, found out she won when her and her mother were in the car after shopping. “I cried,” the woman said when she realized she had won. “I was so excited I drove directly to Dover."

The woman said she has been playing the Lottery since she was 18 and prefers Instant Games, but will also play Draw Games on occasion.

When asked what she was planning on doing with her winnings, the woman said she plans to pay some bills and put the rest in the bank.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on February 27, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Seaford Man Gets A $10,000 Big Win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 35-year-old Seaford man purchased three Money to Burn Instant Game tickets from Royal Farms #125 in Blades. One of those tickets ended up being a $10,000 winner.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he enjoys playing a range of Instant Games, but always purchases three of the same game when he plays.

After purchasing the Money to Burn tickets, the man returned home and let his wife scratch them. “She was so excited,” the man said when he learned they had won. “We couldn’t believe it.”

When asked what he planned on doing with his winnings, the man said he and his wife are still deciding what they want to do, but they’re thrilled to have the decision.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on February 25, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Pennsylvania Man Claims $20,000 MEGA MILLIONS^® Ticket

(DOVER, Del.) — A Pennsylvania man who was travelling to Delaware to visit friends and family purchased one MEGA MILLIONS^® ticket from the Sunoco A-Plus in Claymont for the January 29^th drawing. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, matched four numbers and the MEGA BALL. He also played the MEGAPLIER^® 2X multiplier which took the prize total from $10,000 to $20,000 before taxes.

“I was very excited and grateful to win,” the man said when he realized he had won. The man, who enjoys playing MEGA MILLIONS^® and POWERBALL^® said he usually uses Quick Pick, but this time he chose his own numbers using a pattern he liked from a previous non-winning MEGA MILLIONS^® ticket he had purchased.

After taxes, the man will take home $15,200.

When asked what he was planning on doing with his winnings, the man said, “I’d like to do some work to my house.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on February 25, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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First Time's A Charm For Wilmington Woman

(DOVER, Del.) — A 50-year-old Wilmington woman used Quick Pick to purchase one POWERBALL^® ticket for the February 23^rd drawing – it was her first time playing the Lottery. Her ticket ended up matching four numbers and the POWERBALL^® number. Additionally, the woman, who wished to remain anonymous, played the Power Play^® 2X multiplier which took the prize total from $50,000 before taxes to $100,000 before taxes.

“I was stunned,” the woman said after checking the winning numbers on the Delaware Lottery website. “My fiancé and I couldn’t believe it! We’re both so excited.”

The woman, who will take home $76,000 after taxes, purchased her winning ticket from the Sunoco A-Plus on North DuPont Highway in New Castle.

When asked about her big win, the woman said, “This will absolutely change my life!” She said she plans to use her winnings to pay a few bills, invest, and put some toward her wedding.

The woman claimed her prize from Lottery Headquarters on February 25, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Dover resident gets chance to win up to $1 Billion

(DOVER, Del.) — Cynthia Wills of Dover will be heading to Las Vegas for a chance to win up to $1 Billion Dollars in the WILLY WONKA GOLDEN TICKET^™ Instant Game BILLION DOLLAR CHALLENGE^™. Ms. Wills won this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity through the WILLY WONKA GOLDEN TICKET^™ second chance promotion.

“I’m very overwhelmed,” said Wills about being selected for the promotion. “My birthday is March 1^st and I was telling my fiancé I wanted to go for my birthday!”

Ms. Wills won a trip for two to Las Vegas from April 14^th – April 17^th where she will have a chance to win up to $1 Billion Dollars. She and a guest will receive roundtrip airfare from any U.S International airport to McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas, deluxe hotel accommodations for three nights, and $1,000 for spending money.

Stay tuned to find out if Cynthia Wills can become Delaware’s first billion-dollar winner at the BILLION DOLLAR CHALLENGE^™.

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About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Maryland woman gets big win for Valentine’s Day

(DOVER, Del.) — A Maryland woman purchased three CASH X20 Instant Games from the Tax Free Fine Wine and Good Spirits in Delmar, and one of them ended up being one of the game’s $20,000 top prizes.

The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said she enjoys playing Instant Games in both Maryland and Delaware.

“At first I thought I misread the ticket,” the woman said when she learned she had won. “I couldn’t believe it. It’s my first time winning such a large amount!”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said, “I would like to pay off my mortgage and help out my friend.”

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on February 15, 2019 adding, “This is an awesome belated birthday and Valentine’s Day gift!”

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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New Bear Resident Wins Big Playing MULTI-WIN LOTTO

(DOVER, Del.) — A 70-year-old retired man, who recently moved to Bear, started playing MULTI-WIN LOTTO every Friday at Acme #817 in the Fox Run Shopping Center shortly after moving to Bear. This past Friday, the man matched all six numbers and won $69,032 before taxes.

The man, who wished to remain anonymous, said he had previously won $8,000 playing a multi-win game in New Jersey, but never anything like this. The man played using Quick Pick, and after taxes, he will take home $52,464.

“I was checking the tickets online on Saturday morning and thought I was hallucinating,” the man said, when he realized he had won. “I went to the store to double check. I even slept with the ticket in my hand.”

When asked what he was planning on doing with his winnings, the man said he would like to, “Do something nice for my fiancé and myself. This will give us a buffer with the move and (new) house.”

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on February 11, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Lewes Man Starts February with a $40,000 Win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 62-year-old Lewes man has claimed the last WILLY WONKA GOLDEN TICKET^™ Instant Game top prize of $40,000. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the winning Instant Game ticket at the Stop & Shop on Coastal Highway in Dewey Beach.

“I had to look at it (winning ticket) about twenty times to realize that this was real,” the man said about his big win. “I had to ask them (the retailer) to confirm the win.”

The man, who has enjoyed playing Instant Games for 10 years, said his wife has really wanted to put hardwood floors in their house, and he’d like to use the winnings to do that for her.

The man claimed the last top prize, but tickets will continue to be sold so that players can enter the BILLION DOLLAR CHALLENGE^™. Players can enter this Second Chance Drawing for a chance to win a trip to Las Vegas and a chance to win up to $1 Billion. Non-winning tickets can be entered through February 18, 2019.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on February 1, 2019.

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About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Philadelphia Man Claims Last Top Prize for $250 GRAND

(DOVER, Del.) — A 59-year-old, Philadelphia, PA man purchased a $250 GRAND Instant Game ticket and ended up being the final $250,000 top prize winner. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased the $250 GRAND Instant Game ticket from D&H Liquors in New Castle.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on January 29, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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$10,000 Win for a Retired Newark Woman

(DOVER, Del.) — A 69-year-old retired woman who has been playing Instant Games twice-a-week at Fairfield News in Newark is 2019’s latest big winner. The woman, who wished to remain anonymous, said her husband purchased her a $250 GRAND Instant Game ticked that ended up being a $10,000 winner.

“I thought it was fake. I thought he [husband] was playing a trick on me,” the woman said, when she learned that she won $10,000. “I was in disbelief.”

When asked what she was planning to do with her winnings, the woman said, “We’re going to put it towards a new truck.”

The woman claimed her prize at Lottery Headquarters on January 29, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Retired Man Claims $1,000,000 MEGA MILLIONS^® Ticket

(DOVER, Del.) — A 66-year-old retired man from Long Neck matched five numbers in the January 11^th MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing, winning $1,000,000 before taxes. The man, who wished to remain anonymous said he usually purchases a few Instant Game and Draw Game tickets every week. He purchased his winning MEGA MILLIONS^® ticket at Atlantic Liquors in Rehoboth.

“I never could have believed this happened,” the man said. “I scanned it in the store and thought it was $1,000 at first. I scanned it, and the screen said it was a winner. I gave it to the woman (cashier), and she couldn’t believe it either.”

The man, who used Quick Pick to choose his numbers will take home $760,000 after taxes.

When asked what he was planning on doing with his winnings, said he planned to relax and enjoy life.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on January 25, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Clayton Man Wins $10,000 Playing $250 GRAND

(DOVER, Del.) — A Clayton man, who ended 2018 with a $2,900 win playing Instant Games, starts 2019 off with an even bigger win. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased ten $250 GRAND Instant Game tickets from Shore Stop #269 on Glenwood Ave. in Smyrna, and one of them was a $10,000 winning ticket.

“I had to run out to my truck to get my glasses,” the man said about learning he had won. “I was in disbelief.”

The man, who also enjoys playing POWERBALL^® and MEGA MILLIONS^® when the jackpots get higher, said he has won prizes in the past, but this is his biggest win yet.

When asked what he was planning on doing with his winnings, the man said he wants to surprise his niece with tickets to a concert she wanted to see in Atlantic City for her and a friend, get his ex-wife’s car serviced, and take a trip with his mom and sister.

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on January 14, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Millsboro Man Starts his Day with a $15,000 Win

(DOVER, Del.) — For over a year, Anthony Cichocki has been purchasing Instant Game Tickets from Back Bay Tobacco in Longneck. On a visit in late 2018, he decided to purchase five $15,000 BONUS PLAY tickets, and one of them ended up being a $15,000 winner.

“I was scratching (Instant Game tickets) while I was eating breakfast…I almost choked on my cereal,” Cichocki said about his win. “I didn’t believe it. I was dumbfounded. I had to double check the ticket to make sure I won.”

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, Mr. Cichocki said, “I’m remodeling my house, so this came at a good time.”

The man claimed his prize from Lottery Headquarters on January 11, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

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Rehoboth Man Starts 2019 with $10,000 Win

(DOVER, Del.) — A 65-year-old retired teacher won $10,000 before taxes by matching four numbers and the MEGA BALL^® on the January 1^st MEGA MILLIONS^® drawing. The man, who wished to remain anonymous, purchased two Quick Pick tickets from Super G #387 in Rehoboth.

The man says he enjoys playing draw games, especially when the jackpots get high, and has been playing the Delaware Lottery for a few years.

When the man checked his numbers on January 2^nd, he was very surprised to see that he had won. “I was shocked,” the man said. “I had to check the numbers a few times to make sure.”

The man, who will take home $7,600 after taxes, immediately told his wife about the big win.

When asked what he was planning to do with his winnings, the man said he is putting it into savings for the time being.

The man claimed his prize at Lottery Headquarters on January 4, 2019.

About the Delaware Lottery:
Since the start of operations in 1975, the Delaware Lottery has contributed nearly $5.2 billion to the state’s General Fund to help finance needed state services that benefit everyone in Delaware. The Lottery offers a variety of games: POWERBALL^®, MEGA MILLIONS^®, LOTTO AMERICA^®, MULTI-WIN LOTTO, LUCKY FOR LIFE^®, PLAY 3^®, PLAY 4^®, Keno^®, iGaming and assorted Instant Games, Video Lottery, Sports Lottery and Table Games. Delaware Lottery game and promotional details are available at delottery.com, at licensed locations, and from the Lottery’s office in Dover.

Winner Privacy is our Policy.
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