A drug‑trafficking case that moved through several Southwest Saskatchewan communities has resulted in a federal prison sentence for a former Swift Current resident. Mandel was sentenced in Swift Current Provincial Court Monday to 900 days in federal custody, according to court information. 33‑year‑old Lacey Mandel received the sentence after pleading guilty earlier this year to possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. Investigation Activity Across the Region The

Gull Lake Fire Department equipment on display during a past downtown community market. Fire Prevention Week runs from October 4 to 10, and this year’s focus — “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower”—carries particular importance for homes, shops, farms, and businesses throughout Southwest Saskatchewan, including right here in Gull Lake. With more devices relying on rechargeable batteries than ever before, the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA) is urgin

Gull Lake had a bright spot this past weekend as the Dead Prairies Horror Film Festival made its debut at the SWT Lyceum Theatre, bringing steady crowds and fresh faces into town. For a community our size, seeing visitors arrive from Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Medicine Hat and across the Prairies is a meaningful win—and worth celebrating. Devon Oman of Dead Prairies Productions, who organized the event, has been a strong supporter of the Lyceum for years. His regular horror

Image: Trails End Buffalo Stix (Facebook) Trails End Buffalo Stix is once again preparing for a journey far beyond southwestern Saskatchewan. Canadian astronaut Joshua Kutryk has selected the Gull Lake–made bison jerky as part of his personal food choices for the upcoming NASA–SpaceX mission to the International Space Station, scheduled to launch October 1. Co-owner Shianna Smart told Radio‑Canada that the news arrived in a way few small businesses ever experience—an unexpect

Gull Lake School is set for a busy sports weekend, with two major events taking place on home turf. The Jr. Girls volleyball team opens their home tournament today, and at 4 PM the Gull Lake Lions welcome the Hanley Sabers for an important early‑season six‑aside football matchup. The game will also be carried live on Country 94.1 FM, bringing regional attention to the Lions’ home field. The Lions enter the contest at 1–1 after a high‑scoring win over Central Butte on Septembe

Community history, local culture, and family fun come together this afternoon as Gull Lake hosts its Main Street Revival event alongside the final market of the 2026 season. Running from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Main Street, the event is part of the nationwide Culture Days celebration and brings together heritage tours, local vendors, live music, and activities for all ages. Celebrating Local Culture Several historic downtown buildings—the Youngberg Block, the Wong Guy Shoe