A lucky Long Island resident is celebrating a life-changing win after hitting it big in the New York Lottery’s Million Dollar Raffle.
On October 26, 2025, lottery officials announced that Carrie Machinist of Patchogue won a $1 million top prize in the special raffle held to honor the Erie Canal’s 200th anniversary. 🎉 She was one of 15 winners statewide to score the massive reward.
Instead of taking the full amount over time, Carrie chose a one-time lump sum payment of $651,006, making her win even more exciting and immediate.
Where Was the Winning Ticket Sold?
Her lucky ticket was purchased at:
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Conoco Quick Stop
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📍 626 Route 112, Patchogue
As a bonus, the store also received $5,000 for selling the winning ticket. A win-win for everyone involved!
More Winners Across New York
Carrie wasn’t the only big winner. Other $1 million tickets were sold in several counties, including:
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Bronx
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Queens
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Suffolk
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Westchester
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Dutchess
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Genesee
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Schenectady
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Chenango
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New York County
It truly was a statewide celebration.
Giving Back to Education
Beyond the big prizes, the New York Lottery continues to make a major impact. In the 2024–2025 fiscal year, it contributed an impressive $3.6 billion to support public schools across the state. 📚✨
That makes it the largest and most profitable lottery in North America.
A Reminder About Responsible Play
While stories like this are inspiring, the lottery also encourages responsible gaming. Anyone who needs support can get help through:
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🌐 NYProblemGamblingHelp.org
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📞 HOPEline: 1-877-846-7369
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📱 Text: HOPENY (467369)
Help is free, confidential, and always available.
💡 Big Win Highlights:
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🏆 $1 million prize
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📅 Drawn on October 26, 2025
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💵 $651,006 lump sum
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🏪 Bonus for local store
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📍 Winner from Patchogue, Long Island
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