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Celebrating Success: The Gull Lake Care Centre's First Online Auction
The Gull Lake Care Centre (GLCC) Auxiliary expressed their sincere gratitude to everyone who helped make their first online auction a huge success. Numerous gifts were donated, and the bidding revealed the generosity of the community. Special appreciation was expressed to Wayne Girodat and Baker Hughes for their generous donation of a TV. Rhonda Bradley of the Auxiliary said in a Facebook post, "We more than exceeded our goal and will be brainstorming to come up with new ways
Dec 13, 2024


Gull Lake Organizations Receives Over $4,500 in Gaming Grants
Lotteries and Gaming Saskatchewan (LGS) distributed $2.8 million in charitable gaming grants to more than 1,400 organizations and groups in the province during the second quarter of 2024-25. Minister Jeremy Harrison reaffirmed the government's resolve to guarantee gaming's positive impact on society. Several Gull Lake organizations were among the fortunate recipients of a substantial sum of $4,503.78. Local organizations that received these grants are listed below: Chinook Re
Nov 28, 2024


A Contribution of Comfort: Supporting Autumn House's Dining Room Chair Fundraiser
Current dining room at Autumn House: Our goal is to replace these chairs with new, comfortable seating to enhance our residents' dining experience Gull Lake, SK—November 25, 2024: Autumn House Independent Living Facility, a valued care centre in Gull Lake, is reaching out to the community for assistance in their newest fundraising initiative. The objective is to improve the dining experience of their residents by providing them with new, comfortable dining room chairs. A cont
Nov 25, 2024


Find Out What You Missed: Gull Lake Events Recap November 19 - 24
Community Updates The introduction of the indoor walking program will allow residents of Gull Lake to enjoy the rink over the coming months. This initiative, taking place from November 21 to March 27, provides participants with a warm, dry environment for their morning walks every Tuesday and Thursday from 9 AM to 11 AM. This program is offered at no cost and serves as an excellent opportunity to keep warm and stay active throughout the chilly winter season. The Parents and T
Nov 23, 2024


Breaking Down the Results: 2024 Municipal Election in the Village of Tompkins
The following are the results of the 2024 municipal election in the Village of Tompkins: For Mayor: Ethan WICKSTROM - 50 elected Tom SECORD 44, Spirit COOL. 11 For Councillor (4). Tyler Mackay 92 elected Patty SLOAN, 65, was elected Terry Churchill, 60, was elected. Linda DODDS, 55, was elected Cody FORSYTH is 36. Heather Macgregor-Hodgson 34. William Mitchell 34 Congratulations to the newly elected council members of the Village of Tompkins. Source: Tompkins, Saskatchewan
Nov 14, 2024


Ensuring Every Family in Gull Lake Can Enjoy a Merry Christmas: The Christmas Hamper Program
As the holiday season approaches, the Gull Lake EMS, working together with the Gull Lake Christmas Hamper Committee, will once again bring joy and goodwill through their annual Christmas Hamper program. Every family in our community is able to enjoy a festive feast and the joy of the season because of this valued tradition. Apply for a Christmas Hamper Applications for the Gull Lake Christmas Hamper are now available and will be accepted through December 6, 2024. The hampers
Nov 13, 2024
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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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