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Autumn House Receives $1,000 Donation
Samantha Shackleton New Beginnings Thrift Shop recently donated $1,000.00 to Autumn House in Gull Lake! Accepting the cheque is Manager Samantha Shackleton. “…..from the bottom of our Hearts from both Staff and the Residents Thank You for your generous donation it is much appreciated ! Autumn House Independent Living Facility is fully certified by the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health. We are a community-owned, not-for-profit organization with a volunteer board dedicated to pr
Nov 11, 2023
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, 2023
The Grainery Bakery Has a New Look
The Grainery Bakery has a new look. In addition to the ramp that was just recently constructed, the Bakery now also features an awning, which contributes to the establishment's fresh and appealing new appearance. But the new look of the Bakery wasn't the only thing was changed. Last week, the Bakery also announced that it will be open for breakfast and lunch. The 7am breakfast opening will be ideal for early risers and overnight guests lodging in motels and furnished accommo
Sep 24, 2023
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, 2023
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, 2023
Meet Gull Lake Museum/Visitor Centre Tourism Ambassador Alexa Atem.
This year, the Gull Lake Tourism Committee employed two summer students. They will be our Tourism Ambassadors, greeting visitors and promoting Gull Lake and Area Attractions and Businesses at the museum/Visitor Centre. We are pleased to present Alexa Atem, our first Tourism Ambassador. Alexa Atem Hi all! My name is Alexa Atem, and I am one of the Summer Tourism Ambassadors for 2023! I've lived in Carmichael since I was a toddler, about 8 miles west on Highway 1 from Gull Lake
Jun 30, 2023
In the Spotlight
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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
3 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
6 days ago
RCMP Lay Charges Connected to 2025 Gull Lake Break‑In
The RCMP have concluded a significant investigation involving several communities in southern Saskatchewan. A 42‑year‑old man from Tompkins is facing multiple charges after a series of incidents across the region. According to investigators, the suspect has been linked to: • a break-in at a Gull Lake business in October 2025 • a break‑in at a business in Abbey in January 2026 • an attempted fraud in Swift Current last fall The individual was arrested on February 5 and made
Feb 9
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area
Multiple DatesSWT Lyceum Theatre Film Event: Iron Lung0 days to the eventTue, Mar 10SWT Lyceum Theatre
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