$2M Winning Scratch Ticket Sold In East Boston
Talk about a life-changing gift! A Georgia woman visiting family in East Boston got a surprise of a lifetime when a scratch ticket from her dad turned into a $2 million win.
Vanesa Menijvar Acosta claimed her prize on June 3rd at the Massachusetts State Lottery office in Dorchester—walking away with a sweet $1.3 million after taxes.
The lucky ticket was purchased at East Boston Corner Market on London Street, which will now get a $20,000 bonus for selling the winner.
Acosta shared with lottery officials that she plans to use her winnings to buy a home and pursue a college degree.
Maureen Dahill is the editor of Caught in Southie and a lifelong resident of South Boston sometimes mistaken for a yuppie. Co-host of Caught Up, storyteller, lover of red wine and binge watching TV series. Mrs. Peter G. Follow her @MaureenCaught.
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