photo courtesy of the Gull Lake Recreation Complex on Facebook A fundraiser first The fourth annual dodgeball tournament at the Gull Lake Recreation Complex served once again as a key spring fundraiser for the facility. Final totals are still being calculated, though past tournaments have raised up to $8,000, helping support ongoing operations and maintenance. Community participation remained strong throughout the event. Eight teams take the floor Eight teams participated in

Pioneer Co‑op has approved a $12.5 million patronage allocation for 2026 following another strong financial year. Members gathered on April 22 for the Annual General Meeting, where leadership outlined financial results, community contributions, and major capital improvements across the southwest. Strong Financial Performance Pioneer Co‑op recorded over $370 million in sales in 2025. CEO Larry Kozun thanked members for their support, noting that the Co‑op’s diverse divisions c

This week’s roundup covers local crime updates, new business milestones, infrastructure notices, and a full slate of spring events across the southwest — plus your weekend weather outlook. Updates include items from Apr 19–25, along with recent developments of ongoing public interest. Regional News Break & Enter Reported at Gull Lake Esso Swift Current Rural RCMP are investigating a break and enter at the Gull Lake Esso in the early hours of Apr 10. An unknown individual forc

Swift Current Rural RCMP are investigating a break and enter that occurred at the Gull Lake Esso in the early hours of April 10. According to RCMP, an unknown individual forced entry through the front door and took a small number of items, including cigarettes and snacks. File: 2026‑462249 Crime Stoppers notes that the suspect was wearing dark clothing and carrying a large duffel bag at the time of the incident. The investigation remains active. Anyone with information that m

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

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