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DAR R E L L N E SBIT T / CR O SSR O ADS T H IS W E E K Whether it be by Canada’s best on the world stage, amateurs playing in rinks across the country, or simply by youth taking to the streets, Canadians’ passion has once again proved that hockey is our game. Cousins Nixen Ostash, left, and Decklyn Robak, took advantage of the spring-like temperatures to have fun playing shinny on Monday, Feb. 24 at their grandmother Lise Blahy’s home in Shoal Lake.
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Across the region, communities are eagerly anticipating the arrival of spring, hoping to test the age-old saying, “March comes in like a lamb and goes out like a lion.” This year, early forecasts are
currently showing that March may just begin gently, which has many feeling excited about the promise of an early spring. With temperatures already rising above normal, it seems winter is starting to lose its grip. The Old Farmer’s Almanac definitely backs up this optimism, predicting not just a mild start to
the month but a warmer and wetter spring overall for Manitoba and many of the surrounding Prairie provinces. As we look ahead, the Almanac forecasts that we can expect milder weather and little snow early in April. Of course, thunderstorms are said to grace us with their presence come May, bring-
ing the moisture that our region needs. While some might worry about a rainy summer, this wetter spring could actually help replenish soil moisture levels after we went into the winter extremely dry. As we start March, there’s excitement in the air for friendlier weather… perhaps a soft start
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that sets the stage for an abundant growing season. Yes, many are crossing their fingers, ready to welcome warmer days and the renewal that spring brings, all while keeping an eye on the forecast. After all, nature can be unpredictable, but we are all just hoping it leans in our favour this year!