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Updated: 2021-02-02 11:00:00

Punxsutawney Phil says there will be 6 more weeks of winter

The spectacle that is Groundhog Day at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, still went on, but because of the coronavirus pandemic, revelers weren’t able to see him and celebrate in person: This year, it’s all virtual.
By The Associated Press

Not snow nor pandemic keeps Punxsutawney Phil from his job

The spectacle that is Groundhog Day at Gobbler’s Knob in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, will still go on but because of the coronavirus pandemic, revelers won’t be able to see him and celebrate in person: This year, it’s all virtual.

By The Associated Press

Punxsutawney Phil to go virutal, amid COVID-19 pandemic

Punxsutawney Phil will predict whether spring will come early or winter will last longer in 2021 without the usual crowds who gather at Gobbler’s Knob.

By The Associated Press


Updated: 2019-02-02 07:35:00

Groundhog Day 2019, explained

Learn about the holiday’s history, facts and why it’s such a big deal in Punxsutawney
By Ed Mahon/Spotlight PA