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SWT Theatre Seeks Quotes for Major Renovation Project
The SWT Lyceum Theatre will be renovated to modernise the concession, lobby and lavatory rooms. The 45-year-old facility has served the community well, but it's time to renovate in order to better serve the patrons. The board is soliciting bids from prospective contractors in order to ensure due diligence by obtaining the best pricing for the significant renovation. So, if you are a contractor or know one, please contact the SWT Theatre and express your willingness to provide
Aug 17, 20231 min read


Dutchman Camper Stolen From Tompkins
A white 1997 Dutchman camper with Saskatchewan licence plate 667MNS, a teal horizontal stripe along the sides, and a length of 26 feet was stolen from Tompkins. The theft happened on August 15, 2023, about 6:20 a.m. The suspect truck is a black crew cab short box with a thick chrome accent on the front driver's, and may have a slip tank in the back.. If you have any information relating to this advisory, please contact 9-1-1 or 310-RCMP. Source: Everbridge Mass Notification
Aug 17, 20231 min read


Hwy 1 Plumbing & Heating Launches New Website
Hwy 1 Plumbing & Heating has announced the completion of its new website. The company will begin providing larger plumbing items for purchase on its website. Beginning in September, customers desiring to purchase any item need contact Hwy 1 Plumbing to coordinate for pick-up! Hyw 1 Plumbing & Heating also has a full list of services on its website, including plumbing, heating, sewer snake and camera, inspections, hot water problems, and much more. Customers are encouraged to
Aug 11, 20231 min read


Gull Lake Receives $9,376 for Radar Speed Signs
The SGI Provincial Traffic Safety Fund Grant Program has awarded the town of Gull Lake $9,376. Emella Waiser applied for the grant on the Town's behalf. The purpose of this fund is to encourage and support local, collaborative action that raises traffic safety awareness. Residents in Rutland have long been concerned about speeding along Rurland Avenue (Hwy 37). The grant funds will be used to purchase and install two radar speed display signs on both sides of Rutland Avenue
Aug 10, 20231 min read


Gull Lake By-Election Call For Nominations
Today, the Town of Gull Lake issued a request for nominations to fill the vacant council seat vacated by Dennis Leahy, who resigned on...
Aug 8, 20231 min read


Fall Fair Planned for Year End Downtown Market
Aurora Bowery and Gull Lake's Economic Development Committee are planning a Fall Fair on 9 September 2023, to acquire funds for local projects and groups. The first idea is to create a permanent outdoor public market space. With community support, the fall fair will have music, funfair games and activities for all ages! "Carnivals are a great way for small towns like Gull Lake to celebrate its community and can be cost effective to hold". Aurora Bowery The event organisers ar
Aug 3, 20231 min read
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People Who Built Gull Lake: Joe Ohlheiser
Ohlheiser's Meat Market -1910. L-R - RoseOhlheiser, Joe Ohlheiser, Philip Zettel, unknown When people think about the builders of early Gull Lake, they often picture merchants, farmers, and town founders. But some community builders wore several hats. One was Joe Ohlheiser, an early businessman, musician and settler whose contributions extended far beyond his butcher shop. Early Business Roots Joe Ohlheiser was among Gull Lake's earliest business owners. By 1907 he owned a me
Nov 7


Gull Lake Teams Advance as Volleyball Playoffs Begin
Volleyball playoff season is here, and Gull Lake will be represented at both the junior and senior levels as teams compete for district and provincial opportunities. Junior Girls Advance to District Championship The Gull Lake junior girls volleyball team has earned a spot in the SWAC Junior Girls District Championship after advancing through sectional playoffs. The team will compete in Hazlet on November 7 alongside Centennial, Frontier, Leader, and the host team. Gull Lake w
Nov 3


People Who Built Gull Lake: William Green
Homesteaders travelling south from Gull Lake in the early settlement era. The arrival of new settlers helped shape the community William Green worked to develop in the early 1900s. Every town has people whose names quietly shaped its future. In Gull Lake's early years, few played a more important role in that process than William Green. An American from Fort Benton, Montana, Green served as the land agent for Conrad and Price, the men who purchased the former "76" Ranch holdi
Nov 1
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

SWT Lyceum Theatre to Host Grey Cup Party in Gull LakeSun, Nov 15SWT Lyceum Theatre
Multiple DatesShaunavon's Christmas Craft & Trade Show12 days to the eventFri, Nov 27The Shaunavon Elks Hall

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