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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, 20252 min read


Coffee Row Chronicles: “Wells, Goodwill, and Christmas Cove”
The smell of sizzling bacon drifts through the Gull Lake Diner, mingling with the rich aroma of fresh coffee. Mugs clink and the low hum of conversation weaves between the clatter of forks and the scrape of chairs on the checkered linoleum. Outside, a dusting of snow glows under the morning sun, but inside it’s all warmth and familiarity. Hank sits in his usual spot, stoic as ever. Edna’s glasses are perched on her nose as she reads, and Mabel knits quietly next to a steamin
Nov 21, 20253 min read


🤝 Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Gull Lake Christmas Hampers 2025
The Gull Lake & District Christmas Hamper Committee is currently underway with its annual Fill the Cart campaign, inviting residents to contribute food and funds to support families and individuals in need this holiday season. 📦 How You Can Help Food Donations: Non‑perishable items can be dropped in collection boxes at AG Foods and Pioneer Co‑op in town. Cash Donations: Financial contributions allow the committee to provide gift certificates for turkeys/hams, groceries, and
Nov 19, 20251 min read


🎄 Challenge Accepted: Decorate, Celebrate, and Shine at Christmas Cove
It’s almost that time of year when our local businesses and organizations light up Christmas Cove at the Gull Lake Campground! Each December, the campground transforms into a festive showcase of lights and creativity, with displays that bring holiday cheer to residents and visitors alike. ✨ Community Spirit in Action The Gull Lake Kinettes have already set the tone: “First Christmas Cove up for the season! We challenge all businesses, committees, and groups in Gull Lake to ge
Nov 17, 20251 min read


Town Council Decisions – October 22: Rescue Unit, Water, and More
Here’s a summary of the major decisions and updates discussed during the October 22 Gull Lake Town Council meeting. Present : Mayor Nasser Zanidean; Councillors Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin; Administrator Emella Waiser Absent : Councillor Tyson Migneault Meeting Overview Mayor Zanidean called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. A quorum was present. Staff & Committee Reports Water Plant : September 2025 report presented by D. Vo
Nov 17, 20254 min read


Tompkins Spirit in Action: Online Auction for Dylan & Stacey Soars Past Target
The strength of community spirit showed immediately after the online auction opened. Just hours in, the Rinkfundraiser2025 auction for Dylan and Stacey McGregor’s medical journey had already raised $17,180 —nearly doubling its $10,000 goal before the first day was done. The Tompkins Skating Rink’s Facebook post on November 9 was the first call to action, inviting people to donate, bid, and support Dylan & Stacey. That early announcement gave neighbors time to prepare items,
Nov 16, 20251 min read
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Chinook School Division Releases 2026–2027 Strategic Plan with New Targets for Students
Chinook School Division has released its 2026–2027 Strategic Plan, outlining new targets and priorities that will shape classrooms and student supports across Southwest Saskatchewan. Student Learning Chinook is continuing its work in literacy, math learning, and instruction that adapts to student needs. All Kindergarten to Grade 3 students will be assessed using the province’s new reading screeners, along with Chinook’s early‑reading assessments used in Grades 1–3. Provincial
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Gull Lake Resident’s Child‑Exploitation Case Adjourned in Swift Current Court
A court matter involving a Gull Lake resident returned to Swift Current Provincial Court on Wednesday morning. 25‑year‑old Tyson Goertz of Gull Lake appeared through counsel, represented by Saskatchewan Legal Aid’s Scott Allen. Goertz faces three charges laid on June 16, after the Saskatchewan Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit executed a search warrant at a home in Gull Lake: Possessing child sexual abuse and exploitation material Making available child sexual abuse and
Aug 26


Obituary: Dusty Lee Paul
2011 – 2026 Mr. Dusty Lee Paul, known to many as “Bing Bong,” “Dusty Boy,” “Hank,” “Dusty Tails,” and simply Son or Partner, passed away on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, at 15 years of age, with his family by his side. Dusty was born in Medicine Hat, Alberta, to Mike and Sabrina Paul, and welcomed by his siblings Shayla and Lane, where a lifelong and unbreakable sibling bond began. As his family often says, “We can and will get through anything if we stick together.” Dusty attend
Aug 24
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Multiple DatesCowboy Action Championship Weekend at Gopher Gulch1 day to the eventFri, Sep 18Provincial Cowboy Action Event – Gopher
Multiple DatesFly, Ride & Drive — Shaunavon Transportation Weekend1 day to the eventFri, Sep 18Shaunavon

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