On April 15, during National Canadian Film Day, the Gull Lake Tourism/Economic Development Committee premiered a new six‑part history series at the SWT Lyceum Theatre. Each video shares a different piece of our community’s past through the voices of local storytellers. The full series is now available online, offering a grounded look at the people, places, and work that shaped Gull Lake and the surrounding region. Music Machines of the Early 1900s Featuring: Norman White Norm

March 11, 2026 Council Meeting Summary Council approved several water‑system upgrades and spring operational items at its March 11 meeting, including hydrant work, well‑line maintenance, and the purchase of a new distribution pump. The decisions support ongoing maintenance of the town’s water system and preparation for the upcoming pool season. The largest project approved was a hydrant and swab centre installation at Grey Street and Proton Avenue, awarded at a cost of $44,63

Communities in southwest Saskatchewan have long understood that working together keeps essential services strong. A new policy paper from the Johnson Shoyama Graduate School of Public Policy offers a clear look at how Eastend and its neighbouring RMs of White Valley and Arlington are doing exactly that—and what their experience shows about cooperation across the region. The study highlights how shared work often starts with practical needs. Eastend’s upgrade of its 1950s‑era

April 19–25, 2026 In small towns, you can hear volunteerism long before you see it—the scrape of skates on the ice, chairs being set up for a fundraiser, and the hum of a community supper coming together. These everyday sounds remind us how much rural life depends on people who quietly give their time. Across Saskatchewan, National Volunteer Week is our chance to recognize that essential work. This year’s theme, Ignite Volunteerism , shines a light on the power of civic parti

Long before Gull Lake had a modern hospital, health care here was held together by determination, borrowed rooms, and the steady work of local women who refused to let the community go without care. Much of what we know about these early years comes from Gull Lake Memories—A History of the Town of Gull Lake, which preserves the hospital’s earliest records and recollections. The “Bit by Bit” Era (1912–1914) The earliest records point to 1912, when a small cottage hospital oper

Left: Manager Jamba | Right: Owner Akash Karwal At a Glance — Empire Diner Owner: Akash Karwal (new) Manager: Jamba (continuing) Menu: Current items staying; new recipes, offers, and themed nights being explored Updates: Considering interior/exterior renovations to modernize the space The Empire Diner in downtown Gull Lake is beginning a new chapter. New owner Akash Karwal, who took over the business about six months ago, says the decision to invest here came down to the town