A woman from Tiverton claimed a $10,000 “Maximum Payout” Instant Ticket prize, according to Rhode Island Lottery.

The woman, who was not identified by lottery officials, says that she is saving for a house, so she plans on adding her winnings to her savings account.

East Lake Variety, 750 East Rd., Tiverton, sold the winning ticket.

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