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Hicksville student first LIer to win Sweet Million

Michael Sanchez, 21, a college student from Hicksville,

Photo credit: Eden Laikin | Michael Sanchez, 21, a college student from Hicksville, wins $1 million in the newest lotto game- Sweet Millions.

Michael Sanchez, a 21-year-old college student from Hicksville, decided to play Sweet Million - the state's newest lottery game - instead of his usual instant-win games because he liked the kittens pictured on the advertisement.

So he spent $5 on a quick pick during a routine stop for gas Oct. 5 at the Citgo on Newbridge Road.

Thursday, Sanchez was catapulted into the spotlight as he...

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