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TWO FAMILIES IN Co Meath are having another good Friday.
The syndicate made the trip down to Dublin today to collect their lotto winnings of €10,650,121, after picking up the winning ticket last weekend.
It is the second Lotto jackpot to be won this year.
The winners bought the ticket in Souhan’s Filling Station, Haggard Street, Trim last Saturday before doing some shopping.
They relied on a fairly low-tech method for checking their numbers.
“I was watching Match of the Day that evening and thought, I better check that ticket, so I looked up the results on Teletext,” one of the winners said.
I looked up at the numbers and down at the ticket, over and over and over again.
So the plans now? The winners hope to help their families, pay off the mortgage, and buy a new car “or two”.
If you’re feeling a little jealous – tomorrow’s jackpot is worth €2 million.
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Wow, I’m amazed at the fact that people still use teletext!
Probably still have a black multi channel box too.Equipped with channel 18.
I’m amazed that teletext is still on ! I don’t think my telly has it
If it’s a low tech checking system that works then I am going to check all future lotto results by telegram and if that doesn’t work by carrier pigeon.
That’s Meath for you. Soda Streams are expected to be huge next year
Saturday Night Fever now premiering at the Navan Palace Picture House.
They can even splash out on an internet connection now. I thought teletext ceased to be about 10 years ago, or 5 years from now in Meath local time.
Bamboozle!!!!!
Wow Teletext?! That takes me back…
I didn’t know it was still a thing.
What’s teletext?!
Prepare to have your mind blown.
Neal…lol moment, thanks
They are going to upgrade their Betamax video recorder to a brand new VHS.
I think some people say they are in a syndicate so they can avoid giving gift tax. I wonder if the other person in the syndicate is a family member. I bet they’re siblings.
Just remember if you ever win the lotto tell them you’re in a syndicate with family members if you intend to share the money with them.
Avoid *paying
Im pretty sure its called aertel. Teletext i think is the bbc version. I often use aertel. Always check lotto numbers there. Maybe a good omen.
Ceefax on the BBC
Aertel is the name of the RTE’s teletext service. Ceefax was the BBC’s teletext service.
Ah yes thats it.
Not only are they selling the winning lotto tickets there diesel seems be the cheapest in Ireland!!!!
Their petrol deal looks even better!
Can you not leave me alone Conn, From your abusive messages to you trying to rob my JOKES. You are just a mean person in General.
haha that is actually pretty funny….
I defy anyone to stay angry after the panda defense ;) but to actually address your message there… this is only the 2nd article i’ve seen your name on and I went pretty easy on you in the other one, considering what you were saying. I probably should have taken you down another peg or two. You were mockin’ my pic in the last one. That’s fair enough. I would’ve thought Leprechauns and Oompa Loompas should probably stick together though!
Firstly CONN. I did not bring up anything about your picture nor did i disrespect the way you look or the way you dress. If you want to make a mockery of your disability by giving other people abuse by all means go for it but Karma will bite you in the ass!! Secondly I was stating what i thought about the water charges and you yet again mocked me to the point i felt i was on my own in the world with no one who supported me. YOU MADE ME FEEL REALLY SMALL ABOUT MYSELF!!!!
Yet again?? That was the very first time we ‘met’! You’re a bit mad, really, aren’t ya? No offence like… ya seem like you’re probably a nice lad n’ all, but, just possibly not the brightest light in the harbour? A few fries short of a Happy Meal? Elevator doesn’t go all the way to the top floor? An intellect rivalled only by garden tools? One twist short of a slinky? Battery not fully charged? A few tacos short of a fiesta platter? Antenna doesn’t pick up all the channels? Forgot to pay the Brain Bill? Receiver off the hook? No grain in the silo? A leak in the skylight? A few shades beyond blonde? A few Bradys short of a bunch? A few burgers short of a barbecue? A few colors short of a rainbow? Well, ya see where I’m going with this.
Also… please don’t call me disabled. People on here will think I’m a “welfare sponger” and thus not entitled to an opinion.
You are unreal Conn. It’s seems like you resorted to the internet to come back at me. It goes to show what type of man you really are. A FAKE.
All articles relating to lotto wins are the same! “I just couldn’t believe my eyes!!” Goway! Tell me more please! Who did you phone first? Will you pay off the mortgage first or what?
Yeah they should really mix it up a bit. “Congratulations, you’ve just won €10m and ensured the financial security of your family. How do you feel the current impasse in Israeli/Palestinian peace talks can be overcome?” What do you expect them to be talking about after winning the lotto other than how happy they are to have won the lotto?
Still shouldn’t pay the water charge
What a win…well done to them. I hope it brings them much joy as I am sure it will.
Of course I am envious. I do not deny it.
I wish them much enjoyment now they know they are safe from much as there is no doubt living does cost. Lovely to have a security cushion for your family. Enjoy!
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