Retired Peterborough Woman Wins $250,000 With Instant Crossword

Peterborough’s Elizabeth Adamson is raking it in as she hit the top prize of $250,000 with INSTANT CROSSWORD DELUXE announced by Ontario Lottery Gaming on Friday.

Photo courtesy of OLG.

Adamson is a retiree and typically plays INSTANT CROSSWORDS, LOTTO MAX and LOTTO 6/49.

“When I told husband I thought I won $250,000, we couldn't believe it,” she said. “The family was very emotional when we shared the news.”

Adamson plans to do some home renovations and travel with her winnings.

The winning ticket was purchased at Parklaine Variety on Park Street in Peterborough.

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