Kurt Kelleher, of Shirley, became an instant millionaire after claiming the $3 million top prize on the “Bonus Bucks” scratch-off game, the New York Lottery announced.
The winning ticket came from King Kullen, located at 405 William Floyd Parkway in Shirley — proof that sometimes your weekly supermarket stop can do more than fill your fridge.
Instead of taking a lump sum, Kelleher chose to receive his winnings in 20 annual payments of $97,653 after required withholdings — not a bad way to pad the grocery budget.
Two $3 million top prizes remain on the “Bonus Bucks” game, lottery officials said. Players can check the status of any scratch-off ticket on the Lottery’s website.
In fiscal year 2024–2025, New York Lottery scratch-off sales totaled more than $4.3 billion, with Suffolk County schools receiving over $314 million in Lottery Aid to Education funds.
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