Mass. State Lottery
A $20 scratch ticket bought at a Worcester gas station and convenience store turned into a $1 million prize for a lucky customer.
Just Add Another Zero Trust - 2025 has claimed the prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$5,000,000 100X Cashword” instant ticket game.
The trust, represented by trustee Katherine Wally (pictured), opted to receive its prize in the form of a 1-time payment of $650,000 (before taxes).
The winning ticket was purchased at Hassan Market, a gas station and convenience store at 702 West Boylston Street in Worcester. The store receives a $10,000 bonus for its sale of this ticket.
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