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Eastern Time (GMT-5:00) | NJ Lottery to be first with live draws on Internet New Jersey Lottery: NJ Lottery to be first with live draws on Internet Includes video report
By Todd Northrop TRENTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Lottery will be the first state lottery to stream its lottery drawings live over the Internet — on Facebook. The first live streamed drawing will be on July 1, 2011. In addition to the live video streaming service, the lottery will also launch a new Web site at njlottery.net. "This is an exciting time for New Jersey Lottery players, retailers, and staff," said Executive Director, Carole Hedinger. "Live streaming our draw online at NJLottery.net and Facebook will allow for players to interact with us and each other, making the draw a more dynamic experience." According to Hedinger, the new Web site is designed to give players a more engaging experience online with New Jersey Lottery and the thousands of other players and retailers who buy, sell, and play lottery games. Players who miss the live drawings will be able to view them later in the Web site's archives. The New Jersey live streaming is different from other state lotteries that show drawing videos on the Web, because the New Jersey videos will be broadcast live over the Internet — like watching a live sporting event, as opposed to a taped one. "Advancements in technology and media now make it possible for us to capture and broadcast our live draws as part of a larger-scale initiative at minimal expense," said Hedinger. "There's a great deal more to be seen and heard from New Jersey Lottery than winning numbers," she said. The New Jersey Lottery Facebook page is located at www.facebook.com/newjerseylottery. Lottery Post Staff We'd love to see your comments here! Register for a FREE membership — it takes just a few moments — and you'll be able to post comments here and on any of our forums. If you're already a member, you can Log In to post a comment. 29 comments. Last comment 2 years ago by . Massachusetts United States Member #37842 April 14, 2006 957 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 4:28 pm - IP Logged | |
This is great. We do most everything on the internet nowadays so we might as well do this. | | |
United States Member #72957 March 18, 2009 776 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 5:01 pm - IP Logged | |
This is great. We do most everything on the internet nowadays so we might as well do this. 
Having millions of dollars in my financial accounts means more, consistent fun for me.
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Chief Bottle Washer New Jersey United States Member #1 May 31, 2000 20632 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 5:06 pm - IP Logged | |
I have been writing about this for years, saying that it's the answer for a lottery that wants to keep real drawings, save money, and still provide live drawings to the public. I am so happy to see that my home state is taking the lead. It is absolutely the way to go. In my opinion it is much better than even broadcasting it on TV, because the Internet is available everywhere these days, not just on a TV box that can receive certain channels. Nice job NJ Lottery!  | | |
United States Member #1860 July 11, 2003 2645 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 5:47 pm - IP Logged | |
Yeah, except for one thing. The NJ Lottery have been streaming live draws already, for years. Go to http://www.state.nj.us/lottery/live/index.html, and click on "Today's Midday/Evening Drawing" come draw time. You need RealPlayer, though. | | |
United States Member #71625 February 19, 2009 890 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 5:47 pm - IP Logged | |
Now that is a straight up lottery. | | |
North Jersey United States Member #5812 July 18, 2004 15770 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 5:51 pm - IP Logged | |
Absolutely right Todd, Was glad to see that N.J. is doing this. It will not only help economically for the state, it will also help some of the players that couldn't watch on TV.. Nice move...! “There is no worse tyranny than to force a man to pay for what he does not want merely because you think it would be good for him.” | | |
egg harbor twp.south jersey shore United States Member #112990 June 29, 2011 2488 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 6:29 pm - IP Logged | |
yea,the website was badly in need of an overhaul,i did't realize how bad until until i looked at other states sites | | |
egg harbor twp.south jersey shore United States Member #112990 June 29, 2011 2488 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 6:34 pm - IP Logged | |
@Todd. how do i bring up the blue window to show what i replying to? | | |
Ridge Runner - Oracle of the Appalachians Way back up in them dadgum hills, son! United States Member #74415 April 28, 2009 12407 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 6:43 pm - IP Logged | |
@Todd. how do i bring up the blue window to show what i replying to? Just mash down over the little box that says "Include this quoted text in your reply" I'll never forget old whats-his-name...
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egg harbor twp.south jersey shore United States Member #112990 June 29, 2011 2488 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 6:50 pm - IP Logged | |
Just mash down over the little box that says "Include this quoted text in your reply" thanks dude,don't know how i missed it,but there is so much here and i'm not that computer savey | | |
Ridge Runner - Oracle of the Appalachians Way back up in them dadgum hills, son! United States Member #74415 April 28, 2009 12407 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 6:57 pm - IP Logged | |
Tennessee is mulling over the idea of chiseling the winning numbers onto stone tablets. Should be a real crowd pleaser. Jersey ain't got nothin' on The Dragon Lady. I'll never forget old whats-his-name...
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egg harbor twp.south jersey shore United States Member #112990 June 29, 2011 2488 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 7:01 pm - IP Logged | |
Tennessee is mulling over the idea of chiseling the winning numbers onto stone tablets. Should be a real crowd pleaser. Jersey ain't got nothin' on The Dragon Lady. not sure who the Dragon lady is,maybe the head of the tennessee lottery? | | |
Ridge Runner - Oracle of the Appalachians Way back up in them dadgum hills, son! United States Member #74415 April 28, 2009 12407 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 7:01 pm - IP Logged | |
thanks dude,don't know how i missed it,but there is so much here and i'm not that computer savey No problem, haymaker. Welcome to Lottery Post and don't forget to check out all the Forums and the Quick Links on the left and the Search feature if you can't find something you want. Best of luck to ya!   I'll never forget old whats-his-name...
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Ridge Runner - Oracle of the Appalachians Way back up in them dadgum hills, son! United States Member #74415 April 28, 2009 12407 Posts Offline | | Posted: June 29, 2011, 7:04 pm - IP Logged | |
not sure who the Dragon lady is,maybe the head of the tennessee lottery? That's the rumor. I'll never forget old whats-his-name...
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