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7 Signs Our Beloved Summer Season is Ending...

As a Maritimer, I hate this time of year - admitting to yourself that the summer is over and it'll be crunchy leaves and lattes in no time. It's not that I don't love strolling through the red and orange leaf littered sidewalks of Halifax with knee high boots on my feet and a skinny vanilla latte in my hand, but it's never easy to let go of the patio drinks, beach days and bon fires. As a Haligonian, there's a few signs that prove Fall is kicking off and Summer is dwindling: 1. Froshlings - Halifax, like many Maritime cities, is student central. With two major universities and multiple colleges, the end of August brings not only shorter days but a TON of 18/19 year olds. The city is just littered with fresh faced kids in DAL sweaters and backpacks. 2. Bar Scene Take Over - One real sign that the summer is ending is the disappearance of working professionals and the appearance of questionably legal freshmen at your favourite bars and pubs. Be careful who you h