Dedicated Lotto Player from Yonkers Finally Hits the Big One

MEDIA ADVISORY

For Immediate Release: Contact: Communications Office

August 19, 2013 (518) 388-3415

YONKERS, N.Y. – The New York Lottery’s Jenny Garcia will present a Yonkers man with a $2,900,000 prize from the Lotto drawing held on July 13. The 79-year-old retiree finally hit the jackpot after nearly 30 years of dedication to the Lottery’s flagship game.

WHO:	New York Lottery’s Jenny Garcia will present a $2,900,000 oversized prize check to Westchester County’s newest Lottery millionaire.
WHAT:	New York Lottery winner presentation.
WHEN:	Tuesday, August 20, 2013 at 11:00 a.m.
WHERE:	Empire City Casino at Yonkers Raceway 810 Yonkers Avenue Yonkers, New York 10704
NOTES:	For directions call: (914) 968-4200. Upon arrival check in with security at the main entrance for escort through the gaming facility.

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