By Staff
The Canadian Press
Posted September 12, 2016 5:49 pm
Updated September 12, 2016 6:35 pm
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KAMLOOPS, B.C. – A British Columbia family’s difficult summer has been relieved by an unexpected lottery windfall.
Sarah Ross of Lumby, B.C., won $1 million in Saturday’s Lotto 6/49 draw, months after her family lost their home to a fire in June.
The 33-year-old mother of two says her family has had a challenging few months, but was supported by great friends and relatives.
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She says to win the lottery now is amazing.
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Ross and her husband both plan to keep their jobs, but she says there may be some travel in their future.
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Lumby home destroyed by fire
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