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Recent Pennsylvania Lottery Winners: $1M Scratch-Off in Throop and $114K Fast Play Win in Nanticoke
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Cited: The Citizens' Voice, WNEP, Scranton Times-Tribune
TL;DR
Two lucky ticket holders in northeastern Pennsylvania are waking up significantly richer after recent Pennsylvania Lottery wins. On September 14-15, 2026, a $1 million scratch-off ticket was sold at a Throop convenience store, and a $114,026 Fast Play ticket was sold at a Weis Markets in Nanticoke. Here’s everything you need to know about these exciting prizes, where they were bought, and how to claim a windfall if you’re holding a winning ticket.
Why now
Two lucky ticket holders in northeastern Pennsylvania are waking up significantly richer after recent Pennsylvania Lottery wins. On September 14-15, 2026, a $1 million scratch-off ticket was sold at a Throop convenience store, and a $114,026 Fast Play ticket was sold at a Weis Markets in Nanticoke. Here’s everything you need to know about these exciting prizes, where they were bought, and how to claim a windfall if you’re holding a winning ticket.
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, Throop (Lackawanna County). The retailer receives a $5,000 bonus. $114,026 Fast Play Win (Nanticoke): A top-prize ticket for the Win It All game ($5) was sold at Weis Markets, 1 Weis Plaza, Nanticoke (Luzerne County).
Takeaway
Check your tickets immediately: If you bought a Pennsylvania Lottery scratch-off or Fast Play ticket recently in the Throop or Nanticoke areas, double-check the numbers and scan it – you might be holding a winning ticket worth up to $1 million. Sign and store safely: Always sign the back of any winning ticket right away. Keep it in a secure place (e.g., a safe or bank deposit box) until you can claim the prize.
The Snake, Rattle and Roll scratch-off is a $20 game that launched with a top prize of $1 million. It’s part of the PA Lottery’s lineup of higher-priced instant games with substantial payouts. The $114,026 win came from the Win It All Fast Play game, a $5 ticket that prints on demand from lottery terminals.
Pennsylvania Lottery rewards retailers that sell winning tickets. 5% of the $1M prize), while Weis Markets in Nanticoke gets $500 for the $114,026 win. These bonuses encourage retailers to maintain active lottery sales and customer service.
For scratch-offs, winners must sign the back of the ticket and contact the PA Lottery at 1-800-692-7481 within one year of the game’s end-sale date. For Fast Play tickets, the same number applies, and the ticket can be scanned at any retailer or through the official app to check status. Top prizes must be claimed through the Lottery’s prize claim process (in person at regional offices or by mail).
FAQ
How do I claim a Pennsylvania Lottery prize if I win?
Immediately sign the back of your ticket. For prizes over $600, call 1-800-692-7481 to learn how to claim. You may need to visit a PA Lottery regional office or mail the ticket via certified mail. Scratch-off prizes expire one year after the game’s end-sale date.
What is a Fast Play ticket?
Fast Play is an instant game that prints on demand from lottery terminals or self-service kiosks. Unlike scratch-offs, you don’t need to scratch anything; the result is already revealed on the printed ticket. You can check the outcome by scanning the ticket at a retailer or through the PA Lottery app.
Can I remain anonymous after winning?
Pennsylvania does not allow lottery winners to remain anonymous except in limited circumstances (e.g., if winning would put the winner at risk of physical harm). Most winners’ names and city of residence are published.
Do retailers know they are selling a winning ticket?
No. The PA Lottery distributes tickets randomly to retailers. Retailers only learn that they sold a winning ticket after the prize is claimed and the Lottery confirms it.
What are the odds of winning a $1 million scratch-off?
Odds vary by game. For Snake, Rattle and Roll, the overall odds of winning any prize are about 1 in 4.10. The odds of winning the top $1 million prize are much lower (usually 1 in several million). Check the official PA Lottery website for exact odds.
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