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Bonspiel Weather, Spleen Wisdom, and Shopping Local
A Frosty Morning at the Diner Gull Lake Diner · Friday Morning · Coffee steaming, boots thawing, and the rink on everyone’s mind. The diner’s old bell jingled as a gust of frosty air swept in, boots stomping thawing slush onto the cracked linoleum. The smell of fresh coffee and frying bacon hung thick in the air. Earl’s laughter—big as the prairie sky—rolled across the room before anyone had even sat down. He was already mid-story. “I once curled an entire end backwards and s
Jan 16


Local Opportunity: Flat Out Tire Ltd. – Parts Assistant (Immediate Opening)
Flat Out Tire Ltd. is looking to hire a Parts Assistant for immediate start. We offer on-the-job training, competitive pay, benefits, a cell phone allowance, a pension plan, and a friendly, supportive work environment. Responsibilities include: Inventory Management: Maintain optimal stock levels, track inventory, and ensure parts are available as needed. Procurement: Source parts from suppliers, negotiate prices, and manage orders. Distribution: Efficiently distribute part
Jan 15


2026 Pig Spleen Forecast: “Volatile” Winter and Long Spring Ahead for Southwest Saskatchewan
Get ready for a wild ride, Southwest Saskatchewan. The much-anticipated 2026 Pig Spleen Forecast predicts a winter marked by “unpredictability,” “extreme swings,” and a spring that refuses to arrive on schedule. Whether you’re heading out for chores or sending the kids to school, you’ll want both your parka and your raincoat nearby. Shared on the Pig Spleen Weather Prognostication Facebook page by Jeff Woodward , this year’s outlook continues a long-standing Tompkins traditi
Jan 15


The Heart of Our Home: Why Every Local Purchase Matters in Gull Lake
Here at Gull Lake Events, we celebrate everything that makes our community unique. We share your upcoming gatherings, spotlight local talents, and highlight the vibrant pulse of our town. But running through all these experiences is an often unseen thread: the power of our local businesses. Think about it—who sponsors the minor hockey team? Who donates gift baskets for the annual fundraiser? Who provides a great cup of coffee when you need a break? Where do you go for a tasty
Jan 15


Village of Webb Receives $20,060 for Speed Awareness Project
The Village of Webb, Saskatchewan, has been awarded $20,060 through SGI’s Provincial Traffic Safety Fund to support a new Speed Awareness Project aimed at improving safety on local roads. This initiative is part of a province‑wide investment in road safety. In the latest funding round, SGI awarded more than $2 million to 78 Saskatchewan communities through the Provincial Traffic Safety Fund. Since 2019, the program has supported nearly 1,000 local initiatives, using revenue f
Jan 13


Coming Together for Carmichael Hall: Ultimate Perogy Feast & Sausage Contest
Don’t forget—the Ultimate Perogy Feast & Sausage Contest, Carmichael’s annual fundraiser, is happening this weekend at the Tompkins Community Centre. This year, the event reflects Carmichael’s determination to restore their hall, with the support of neighbors in Tompkins and beyond. An Annual Tradition with a New Purpose The Perogy Feast and Sausage Contest has long been a much-anticipated annual event, but this year, it carries special significance. All proceeds from Saturda
Jan 7
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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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Multiple DatesMaple Creek Spring Craft Sale & Trade Show7 days to the eventFri, Mar 20Royal Canadian Legion Branch 75

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