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Obituary: Mrs. Alma Slywka — Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
– February 13, 2026 (Service Date) We remember and honor the life of Mrs. Alma Slywka of Gull Lake, Saskatchewan. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m . from Knox United Church, Gull Lake, with Rev. Ken Schrag officiating. Donations & Memorials Memorial donations in Alma’s memory may be directed to: Grandmother’s of Guatemala Closing Line Arrangements entrusted to Warren’s Funeral Home.
Feb 9
Obituary: Bud “Barreling Bud” Ellefson
January 23, 1931 – January 23, 2026 (age 95) Opening Line It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Bud Ellefson on January 23, 2026 , his 95th birthday. Bud was born on January 23, 1931 , in Buchanan, Saskatchewan , the youngest of two boys. As a teenager, his family boarded a train and travelled across the prairies to settle in Medicine Hat, Alberta , where Bud spent the early years of his adult life. Life & Legacy Bud was a hardworking young man who made his livi
Feb 9
Obituary: Norman Girodat
– January 18, 2026 It is with profound sadness that the family of Mr. Norman Girodat of Gull Lake, SK, announce his passing on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Cypress Regional Hospital in Swift Current, SK. Celebration of Life • Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM • Gull Lake Community Hall, Gull Lake, SK Donations In lieu of flowers, donations may be made directly to any family that is battling cancer. Acknowledgements The family sincerely thanks everyone who has reached out
Jan 21
Obituary: Anthony Dennis Bollman — Swift Current & Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
Date of Passing: December 26, 2025 Age: 45 Residence: Swift Current, Saskatchewan Anthony Dennis Bollman passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 45. He was born on January 23, 1980, in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. He will be dearly missed by his mother, Beverley Bollman , and his siblings Angela (Ron) Bollman, Melinda (Silvana) Bollman, and their children. Anthony was predeceased by his father Dennis Bollman and his older brother Jonathan Bollman. He will also b
Jan 5
Obituary: Larry Sutton — Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
May 3, 1945–December 14, 2025 (age 80) It is with extremely heavy hearts that the family of Mr. Larry Sutton announce his passing on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Service Details Please be advised that Larry’s funeral, scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, 2026, will include a graveside service at 1:00 p.m. at Gull Lake Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life at 2:00 p.m. at the Elks Hall. Pastor Tyler Moll will officiate Donations & Memorials For those wishing, memorial con
Dec 17, 2025
Obituary: Dylan Shea McGregor—Tompkins, Saskatchewan
May 3, 1982 – November 21, 2025 (age 43) Opening Line We remember and honor the life of Mr. Dylan Shea McGregor, who passed away peacefully on November 21, 2025, at the ranch south of Tompkins where he grew up. Service Details Celebration of Life Service : Friday, November 28, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Location: Tompkins Community Hall, Tompkins, Saskatchewan Officiants : Rev. Jesse Miller and Rev. Eleanor Rockabar Family & Legacy Survived by : Wife Stacy; children Gavin Glenn McGr
Nov 24, 2025
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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
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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
5 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 eventMon, Mar 09SWT Lyceum Theatre
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