NEWLY MINTED MILLIONAIRE MADE IN CONNECTICUT AFTER PLAYING CT LOTTERY’S 200X SCRATCH GAME

WALLINGFORD, Conn. — April 22, 2025 — She had to double-check the screen.

That’s how one New Britain woman described her first reaction to finding out she had just won $1 million. The surreal moment happened at the Stop & Shop in Newington, located at 44 Fenn Road.

The woman, a regular player of the CT Lottery’s 200X scratch game, purchased the winning ticket during a routine trip to the grocery store. She said she plans to use her winnings to enjoy an early retirement with her husband.

For selling the winning ticket, Stop & Shop will receive a $10,000 bonus—one of the many benefits of being a CT Lottery retail partner.

Congratulations to the lucky couple!

Overall odds 1 in 3.21. Purchasers must be 18 or older. Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org.

About the Connecticut Lottery Corporation

The Connecticut Lottery Corporation (CLC) is a quasi-public state agency committed to generating revenue for Connecticut in accordance with the highest standards of public policy and social responsibility.

In fiscal year 2025, CLC awarded more than $1.3 billion in prizes, paid $81.9 million in commissions and incentives to its network of more than 2,800 retail partners, and contributed approximately $362 million to the state’s General Fund. Through the General Fund, CT lottery dollars support services and programs that benefit Connecticut residents and communities, including education, public health, public safety, and libraries.

Since 1972, the Lottery has contributed nearly $12 billion for the State of Connecticut.

Lottery purchases are limited to adults age 18 or older. Players must be at least 21 to place sports wagers.Help is available for problem gambling. Call (888) 789-7777 or visit ccpg.org.