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‘Manitoba Merv’ predicts six more weeks of winter on Groundhog Day – Winnipeg

We’re in for six more weeks of winter, if a stuffed groundhog at Oak Hammock Marsh is to be believed. “Manitoba Merv” saw his shadow Thursday morning on Groundhog Day — a signal that, according to tradition and folklore, indicates more cold is on the way. The furry forecaster is …

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Will winter end soon? Canadian groundhogs split on spring calls

Groundhog Day didn’t go to script in Canada this year: one died before making a prediction, while two joined forces calling for an early spring, breaking away from the pack. Quebec’s Fred la Marmotte died before he was able to reveal his prediction Thursday, with volunteer children stepping in to …

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