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By Chris Buckler
The extra excitement inside the bingo hall isn t due to any big jackpot.
Many in this club are simply relieved that they finally have the chance to catch up on several months of gossip.
During the coronavirus lockdowns they weren t able to gather together, never mind play the game.
But after an easing in restrictions, bingo is back.
Once again at Jackpot Bingo in west Belfast eyes are down and spirits are up. It was like a dream come true, says Sharon Lindsay, one of the more dedicated players. I couldn t wait until 6pm when the doors opened, even though the bingo doesn t start until 8pm.
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Jackpot Bingo, doors open at 11:30 a.m., games begin at 1 p.m., Cape Henlopen Senior Center, 11 Christian St., Rehoboth. Cost for admission is $20, refreshments available, for ages 18 and older. Contact 227-2055 to RSVP.
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Before announcing a $100,000 pledge to Samaritan House Ministries, Tim McKay couldn’t help but offer a quick fake-out.
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Before announcing a $100,000 pledge to Samaritan House Ministries, Tim McKay couldn’t help but offer a quick fake-out.
The Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg president had phoned Samaritan House Ministries executive director Barbara McNish regarding an application they’d put in for a $50,000 grant.
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Kinsmen Club of Winnipeg president Trevor Smith and vice president Tim McKay are seen presenting a cheque for $100,000 to Samaritan House Ministries executive director Barbara McNish for renovations to the Safe and Warm shelter.
Kinsmen bingo gives away record $3-M prize
Looks like the Easter bunny didn’t just bring eggs this weekend it also brought a $3-million pot of riches.
Looks like the Easter bunny didn’t just bring eggs this weekend it also brought a $3-million pot of riches.
Kinsmen Jackpot Bingo called the winning numbers for a record-breaking prize of $3-million late Saturday evening, after selling around 90,000 cards for a dollar each per game. It feels amazing to finally give away the pot. Kind of relieving, too, but I’m not sure how long or if we’ll really be able to take a breath, spokesperson Sam Stevenson told the