A longstanding tradition for a pair of Thunder Bay residents has turned their lives upside down in a good way.
Daniel Kukko and Werner Maute are $500,000 richer after securing $1,000,000 together on Lotto 649’s September 4, Gold Ball Draw.
The pair have been friends for 30 years and were once coworkers.
They have been playing the lottery together as a way to stay connected.
Werner plans to share his winnings with his child, work around the house, and enjoy a vacation.
Daniel intends to retire, share with his children, pay some bills, and travel as well.
The winning ticket was purchased at Circle K on Hodder Avenue.
