Wiarton Willie. Photo provided by the town of South Bruce Peninsula. Wiarton Willie. Photo provided by the town of South Bruce Peninsula.
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Wiarton Willie says Spring will come early

It's good news for those who are hoping for an early Spring.

Wiarton Willie emerged on Friday morning and did not see his shadow. That, according to the groundhog prognosticator, means spring will come early this year.

His forecast of an early end to winter was echoed by fellow groundhogs Schubenacadie Sam and Punxsutawney Phil.

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