Malverne Mel Predicts Longer Winter

Malverne Mel thinks we’re in for six more weeks of winter.

The village’s trusted meteorologist told Mayor Patti McDonald his prediction inside the greenhouse of Crossroads Farm at Grossmann’s early Monday morning.

Residents took part in the ceremony despite the miserable icy weather for the annual event, which was relocated to Crossroads from Reese Park.

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Check out photos posted by Crossroads Farm of today’s festivities:

Mel agreed with fellow groundhogs Punxsutawney Phil and Holtsville Hal, according to Newsday. Staten Island Chuck was the only one who predicted an early spring.

Photo via Crossroads Farm Facebook

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