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Rochester Resident Wins $17K in TAKE 5 Lottery
The winning ticket was purchased at the Alto Mart on Hudson Avenue.
Published on Feb. 16, 2026
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The New York State Lottery confirmed that a TAKE 5 prize-winning ticket worth $17,030 was purchased at the Alto Mart in Rochester, New York. The ticket was purchased for Sunday's midday drawing, making it the second major lottery win in the city this month.
Why it matters
Lottery wins, especially those over $10,000, are significant events for local communities as they can provide a financial boost for the winner and generate excitement and interest in the lottery system. Rochester has seen an uptick in major lottery wins recently, indicating strong participation in the state's lottery games.
The details
According to the New York State Lottery, the $17,030 TAKE 5 prize-winning ticket was purchased at the Alto Mart on Hudson Avenue in Rochester. The ticket was purchased for Sunday's midday drawing. Earlier this month, another Rochester resident won $10,050 on a TAKE 5 ticket.
- The winning ticket was purchased on Sunday, February 15, 2026 for the midday drawing.
- An earlier $10,050 TAKE 5 win in Rochester occurred earlier this month.
The players
New York State Lottery
The state-run lottery organization that oversees and administers lottery games in New York, including TAKE 5.
Alto Mart
The convenience store located on Hudson Avenue in Rochester where the $17,030 TAKE 5 winning ticket was purchased.
The takeaway
This latest TAKE 5 win in Rochester highlights the excitement and potential financial rewards that the state lottery can provide to local residents. It also demonstrates the continued popularity of lottery games as a form of entertainment and potential income source, even in the face of economic uncertainty.
