Residents of the Capital Region have a new reason to celebrate: a Take 5 ticket purchased at the Hannaford grocery store located at 190 Quaker Road in Queensbury turned out to be the top‑winning ticket, earning a prize of $32,978.
How Take 5 Works
Take 5 is a New York State Lottery game in which players select five numbers from a field of 1 to 39. Drawings are televised twice daily, at 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m., giving players frequent chances to win. Any prize, regardless of amount, must be claimed within one year of the drawing date.
Details of the Winning Ticket
The winning ticket was sold on Saturday, according to the New York Lottery’s announcement. While the exact drawing number was not disclosed, the prize amount of $32,978 represents the highest Take 5 payout recorded in the Capital Region for this game cycle.
Local Impact
For a community that values family‑friendly entertainment and modest, everyday excitement, a lottery win of this size is noteworthy. It underscores the role that state‑run games like Take 5 play in providing affordable recreation for families while also contributing revenue to public programs.
Local businesses, especially grocery stores that host lottery terminals, benefit from the increased foot traffic that lottery sales generate. Hannaford’s Quaker Road location, already a staple for groceries and household needs, now enjoys a brief moment of regional fame.
What Winners Need to Know
Anyone who holds a winning Take 5 ticket should verify the numbers against the official drawing results, which are posted on the New York Lottery website and broadcast on local television. Winners must present the ticket at any authorized lottery retailer or contact the Lottery’s claims department to begin the payout process. Because the prize is under $1,000, it can be claimed directly at a retailer; larger amounts, such as this $32,978 win, require a claim form and verification.
Lottery’s Role in the Community
The New York Lottery allocates a portion of its proceeds to education, infrastructure, and other public‑benefit programs throughout the state. While individual wins bring personal joy, the broader contribution supports schools, parks, and community services that families rely on daily.
Queensbury residents who enjoy playing Take 5 can now look to the Hannaford terminal as a proven source of good fortune, while also remembering that responsible play is essential. The Lottery encourages players to set limits and view the game as entertainment rather than a financial strategy.
Looking Ahead
With the next Take 5 drawings scheduled for 2:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. each day, the opportunity for another big win remains open. The Hannaford store will continue to sell tickets, and the Lottery will keep reporting winners throughout the state.
For more information on how to play, claim prizes, or learn about the Lottery’s contributions to New York’s public services, visit the official New York Lottery website or stop by any authorized retailer.
Original reporting: CBS 6 WRGB Albany (local) — read the source article.
