Galway woman Niamh O’Mara has seen a quick turnaround in her fortunes after winning almost €300k on the Euromillions draw.
The lucky player bought the winning ticket at SuperValu, Clonfert Avenue, Portumna, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway.
Ecstatic after the win, she told The Sun: “I’ve played the Lottery every week since I turned 18. I play the Euromillions every Tuesday and Friday, and pick up the odd scratchcard every now and again.
“I always felt I would win the lottery, and that one day I would be here in the National Lottery picking up a cheque. Our mam passed away a few years ago and in some ways I think this was a gift she has sent me.
“I’m off on holidays on Monday to celebrate and after that a new house and some celebrations with the family are in order.
“I honestly just can’t believe it, it really is a dream come through, my whole family are only delighted for me.”
Ms. O’Mara collected her cheque at lottery HQ today.