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New Radar Speed Signs Installed on Rutland Avenue
Two new radar speed signs have been placed on Rutland Avenue to help warn motorists of their speed. A sign indicating the speed of southbound vehicles was erected by the Town crew at the intersection of Rutland Avenue and Third Street. Another sign was placed at the intersection of Rutland Avenue and 5th Street to assist northbound traffic. The Town of Gull Lake received $9,376 from the Provincial Traffic Safety Fund Grant to acquire the signage. Emella Waiser submitted the g
Oct 29, 20231 min read
Gull Lake SARCAN Closing Temporarily
The Gull Lake SARCAN Recycling depot will relocate to a new location. The depot will close on Friday, October 27th at its current location and reopen across the street at 439 Main Street after construction on that building is completed. We will keep you informed of the new building's progress and opening date once it is announced. Gull Lake Events
Oct 24, 20231 min read
Pavement Installed On Sections of the Kiaskus Trail
Walking trails have grown in popularity in small communities. Urban trails provide a fun and healthy way for locals and tourists alike to...
Oct 19, 20231 min read
Fire Safety Week Focuses on Cooking Safety
Fire Prevention Week takes place from October 8 to 14. This year's Fire Prevention Week theme is "Cooking safety begins with YOU." Unattended cooking is the most common cause of kitchen fires. While frying, boiling, grilling, or broiling food, it is critical to remain in the kitchen. Cooking safely begins with you. Visit saskpublicsafety.ca to learn more about the SPSA or to learn more about fire prevention.
Oct 11, 20231 min read
SWT Lyceum Theatre Board Member Needs Your Vote!
I made it into the Top 5 for my group! I'm not doing this contest for the money. I'm doing this because of my passion for horror movies and at the same time I could help out two places I strongly believe in (SPCA and SWT Lyceum Theatre). I want to give a big thank you to everyone that keeps on voting for me daily and for the people that keep sharing my post Story: It's true! I'm entering The Face of Horror contest again to be in a photoshoot with Kane Hodder (Jason Voorhees)
Oct 10, 20231 min read
Charitable Gaming Grants are Awarded to Local Organizations
During the most recent quarter, charitable gaming grants totaling about $1.36 million were given to more than 800 groups and organisations in Saskatchewan. The SLGA provided charitable gaming funding to several local non-profits. Charitable gaming grants totaled $3,393.85 for Gull Lake clubs and organisations. The grants were given to the local organisations listed below: Gull Lake & District Kinettes $625.00 Gull Lake Athletics Association - Midget Cyclones $416.50 Gull Lake
Oct 1, 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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