Sullivan County Man Hits $1 Million Powerball Jackpot

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Sullivan County Man Hits $1 Million Powerball Jackpot

Sullivan County Man Wins $1 Million Powerball Prize

Monticello resident Walberto Zapata, Jr. is living the dream after hitting the $1 million second prize in the Powerball drawing on September 6, 2025.

Zapata matched the first five numbers—11, 23, 44, 61, 62—plus the Powerball 17, landing the life-changing win. He chose the one-time lump sum payment of $651,000 after taxes.

He bought his lucky ticket at ShopRite, 46 Thompson Square in Monticello, a town about 82 miles south of Albany.

Powerball excitement continues across New York, and the game remains hugely popular:

  • $327.8 million in total sales for fiscal year 2024–2025

  • $15.4 million in Lottery Aid to Education funds went to Sullivan County school districts

  • The New York Lottery contributed $3.6 billion to public schools statewide during the same period

For those who may be struggling with gambling—or know someone who is—help is available: visit NYProblemGamblingHelp.org, call the confidential HOPEline at 1-877-8-HOPENY (1-877-846-7369), or text HOPENY (467369). Standard text rates may apply.

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