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🌟 Spotlight Feature: Gull Lake School—The Heart of Community Spirit
In Gull Lake stands a building that is more than brick and mortar—it’s a cornerstone in the story of our community. For generations, Gull Lake School has been the place where students learn, families gather, and traditions are carried forward. From kindergarten through graduation, Gull Lake School shapes not only individuals but the character of our town. It is a place of learning and belonging, where values of respect, responsibility, and pride are lived out every day. Tha
Oct 15, 2025


🎉 Raise the Roof: One Bail at a Time—$10,000 Closer to Carmichael Hall’s Comeback!
Gull Lake’s finest were rounded up, locked down, and bailed out — all in the name of community pride and to help repair the Carmichael Community Hall. Yesterday, the Elks Hall transformed into a Wild West courtroom as costumed sheriffs, deputies, and judges staged mock arrests for a cause close to home. Photo Credit: Carmichael Community Club Inc. From morning until mid‑afternoon, the town came alive with laughter, chili, and a whole lot of “lookin’ the other way.” Spectator
Oct 10, 2025


Community Support Powers Major Rink Upgrades Ahead of Ice Season
As preparations begin for another busy ice season, the Gull Lake Recreation Complex is celebrating a series of major plant upgrades made possible through the generosity of local municipalities, businesses, and community partners. This fall, T yson Migneault and Kyle Downey unveiled the rink’s new Closed Loop Compressor cooling system , a significant improvement that will enhance efficiency and reliability for years to come. In addition to the new system, upgrades were also
Sep 28, 2025


Coffee Row Chronicles: Council Clarity, Community Perks, and Community Wellness
The smell of cinnamon buns was interrupted by Earl’s enthusiastic slam of a folded council report onto the café table. He waved it like a winning lottery ticket, grinning as the regulars looked up from their mugs. “Big night at council,” he declared. “They finally merged Economic Development and Tourism. One committee, less overlap.” Mabel peered over her crossword, eyebrow arched. “About time. Those two have been circling each other longer than cousins at a wedding dance.” E
Sep 26, 2025


Three Points Economic Partnership Impact Awards: A Blueprint for Gull Lake & Rural Regional Alliance
On Thursday, November 13, 2025, the Three Points Economic Partnership will host its 2nd Annual Impact Awards in Abbey—a celebration of the businesses, organizations, and community leaders driving growth, innovation, and collaboration across the region. For communities within the Gull Lake & Rural Regional Alliance , this is more than an event to attend—it’s an opportunity to observe, learn, and imagine what a similar celebration could mean for our own region. 💡 Why It Matt
Sep 14, 2025


Community Feedback Shapes the Conversation on Gull Lake Sidewalks
As the latest sidewalk tender closes, residents are pointing to specific locations in need of attention and raising broader questions about future upgrades. A recent update on sidewalk work at Canada Post and Kreative Kidz drew 27 likes and several constructive comments on social media. Comments identified the following locations as needing attention: 🚶 SARCAN corner — safety and accessibility concerns 🏫 Across from the school — reports of children tripping on uneven su
Sep 11, 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
2 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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