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Heritage Grant Strengthens Gull Lake Downtown Investment Momentum
Artist’s rendering of the restored Old Pharmacy facade—a project now supported by a $20,000 Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation grant The Gull Lake Property Development Cooperative has received a $20,000 grant from the Saskatchewan Heritage Foundation to support facade restoration on its downtown revitalization project. The funding brings the cooperative’s total investment to $55,000, marking a significant milestone in efforts to restore the former drugstore building on Proton
Nov 28, 2025


☕ Coffee Row Chronicle: Live at the Lyceum
Opening The Gull Lake Diner hums with anticipation. This week, the talk isn’t bylaws or bingo — it’s music. On Thursday, December 4th, 2025, at 7:00pm, the SWT Lyceum Theatre will host a night of prairie storytelling and song. With its familiar façade, classic marquee, and central entrance framed by a pedestrian crosswalk, the Lyceum is more than a building—it’s resilience in brick and wood. Rebuilt twice over its century‑long history, it has survived fires, renovations, and
Nov 28, 2025


Strengthening Local Governance: Municipal Act Amendments and Gull Lake’s Next Steps
Saskatchewan’s new Municipalities Modernization and Red Tape Reduction Act isn’t just about cutting paperwork—it’s about modernizing and strengthening how municipalities like Gull Lake serve their residents. The changes set clearer expectations for transparency, accountability, and preparedness. For more details, see the Government of Saskatchewan’s official announcement 📄 Transparency Requirements Legislative Requirements Starting in 2027, municipalities must post meeting
Nov 27, 2025


🌾 Spotlight: Autumn House Independent Living: A Cornerstone of Community
Care. Comfort. Community. Autumn House isn’t just a facility; it’s a cornerstone of Gull Lake’s spirit. 🏡 A Home Rooted in Care Nestled on the west end of town, Autumn House overlooks the prairie, offering residents peace and perspective. A welcoming courtyard provides a gathering place for families and friends, while the dedicated Autumn House Auxiliary adds seasonal charm by decorating the entrance and courtyard with beautiful floral displays. The Auxiliary also leads fun
Nov 25, 2025


Obituary: Dylan Shea McGregor—Tompkins, Saskatchewan
May 3, 1982 – November 21, 2025 (age 43) Opening Line We remember and honor the life of Mr. Dylan Shea McGregor, who passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, at the ranch south of Tompkins where he grew up. Service Details Celebration of Life Service : Friday, November 28, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Location: Tompkins Community Hall, Tompkins, Saskatchewan Officiants : Rev. Jesse Miller and Rev. Eleanor Rockabar Family & Legacy Survived by : Wife Stacy; children Gavin Glenn McGr
Nov 24, 2025


Coffee Row Chronicles: “Wells, Goodwill, and Christmas Cove”
The smell of sizzling bacon drifts through the Gull Lake Diner, mingling with the rich aroma of fresh coffee. Mugs clink and the low hum of conversation weaves between the clatter of forks and the scrape of chairs on the checkered linoleum. Outside, a dusting of snow glows under the morning sun, but inside it’s all warmth and familiarity. Hank sits in his usual spot, stoic as ever. Edna’s glasses are perched on her nose as she reads, and Mabel knits quietly next to a steamin
Nov 21, 2025
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How Two Hitchhikers and a Gull Lake Constable Averted Highway Tragedy
On a cool Friday evening in September 1968—a Friday the 13th, no less—a routine patrol on Highway 1 turned into one of the most dramatic moments in the history of the Gull Lake RCMP detachment. Two 18‑year‑olds from Waterloo, Ontario, Dennis Bonn and Brian McLennan, were hitchhiking west toward British Columbia. Near Whitewood, a new Mercury Cougar pulled over. The driver introduced himself only as “Knobby,” said he was heading for Calgary, and offered them a ride. He was fri
5 days ago


What Holds a Small Town Together Isn’t Viral Noise—It's Us
A viral video and a wave of outside commentary can travel far faster than the truth, and this week the Lyceum Theatre found itself at the centre of a story that doesn’t reflect who we are or how we treat one another. In that video, the theatre, its volunteers, and several local residents are spoken about in ways that are unfair, inaccurate, and unworthy of the place we call home. Gull Lake isn’t perfect—no community is—but we are not a town where people are reduced to insults
Mar 4


Gull Lake Wins the 2026 SW Rink Burger All Stars Championship
With a commanding 66% of the final vote, the Gull Lake Recreation Complex has officially been crowned the 2026 SW Rink Burger All Stars Champion , presented by SWT. It’s a win built on community pride, steady support, and the unmistakable flavour of a rink burger that’s become a local legend. This contest brought out the best of the southwest. Communities rallied, shared, and voted with heart—but Gull Lake held strong from start to finish, pushing through each round with mome
Feb 17
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