WESTCHESTER RESIDENT CLAIMS $1 MILLION POWERBALL PRIZE

Dreams turned into reality when Manuel Palaguachi, a resident of Hartsdale, hit the jackpot with a thrilling $1,000,000 Powerball second prize. His remarkable win came after matching the first five numbers from the July 19 drawing.

The magical numbers that led to his life-altering triumph were 07, 10, 11, 13, 24, with a Powerball number of 24.

A single lump sum payment totaling $591,000, after the necessary withholdings, now sits safely in Palaguachi's hands, set to change his life forever. The golden ticket that unlocked this windfall was purchased at Central Snack Mart, a trusted location located at 395 Central Ave. in White Plains.

The Powerball game in New York witnessed an impressive $516,866,283 in total sales during the fiscal year 2022-2023. Moreover, school districts in Westchester County reaped the rewards, receiving a substantial $154,983,517 in Lottery Aid to Education funds during the same period.

Manuel Palaguachi's journey from hopeful lottery player to a millionaire serves as a testament to the power of dreams and the thrilling potential of a simple lottery ticket.