Staten Island Shop Sells Winning TAKE 5 Ticket
A lucky lottery player who bought a ticket at Romi Cards and Gifts is now holding a prize worth $29,482.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Gambling
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A winning TAKE 5 ticket worth $29,482 was sold at Romi Cards and Gifts in Staten Island. The ticket matched all five numbers in the evening drawing.
Why it matters
The New York Lottery continues to be a significant funding source for state programs, contributing $3.6 billion to public schools during the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
The winning ticket was sold at 3161 Amboy Road and is worth $29,482. Players participate in TAKE 5 by selecting five numbers from a field of 1 through 39.
The players
Romi Cards and Gifts
This local retailer located at 3161 Amboy Road in Staten Island is where the winning lottery ticket was purchased.
New York Lottery
This state agency manages various lottery games and contributed $3.6 billion to public schools in the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
The details
The winning ticket successfully matched all five numbers drawn during the evening session at the shop. The New York Lottery confirmed the sale following the drawing.
Timeline
October 13, 2026: The winning TAKE 5 evening drawing occurred.
October 14, 2026: The New York Lottery announced the winning sale.
October 13, 2027: Deadline to claim the lottery prize.
Culture Shift
This win reflects the ongoing popularity of state-run games as a form of entertainment that also funds public services. It follows a pattern where individual participation helps meet the state lottery's $3.6 billion contribution to public schools for the 2025-2026 fiscal year.
The ticket holder has until October 13, 2027, to claim the $29,482 prize before it expires. Residents should check their tickets against the evening drawing results to verify if they hold the winner.
The takeaway
Lottery winners must ensure they secure their physical tickets until they can claim their winnings at an official center. Always keep your tickets in a safe place and check draw results promptly to avoid missing the one-year redemption deadline.
Further reading
For more on how local games operate, visit the Staten Island Gambling section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Shore News Network.
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