$50,000 Powerball Ticket Sold in Niagara County

A Western New York resident is holding a winning Powerball ticket worth $50,000, according to the New York Lottery.

Officials confirmed the ticket matched enough numbers from the August 23rd drawing to claim a third-place prize. It was purchased at Chapman’s Market, 9202 Ridge Road, Middleport.

The winning numbers from that drawing were 11, 14, 34, 47, 51, with the Powerball 18. Powerball numbers are chosen three times a week on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11:00pm.

Numbers 1 through 69 make up the main drawing pool while the red Powerball is selected from a separate field of 1 through 26.

The $50,000 prize adds to the excitement of one of the nation’s most popular lottery games, which continues to draw millions of hopeful players.

State officials also reminded New Yorkers that help is available for those struggling with gambling addiction. Anyone seeking assistance can visit NYProblemGamblingHelp.org or call the toll-free HOPEline at 1-877-846-7369.

$50,000 Powerball Ticket Sold in Niagara County