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Gull Lake Council Meeting – October 8, 2025: Sidewalk Upgrades and Nearly $10K in Grants
The Gull Lake Town Council met for its regular session on October 8 in Council Chambers at 2378 Proton Avenue. Present: Mayor Nasser Zanidean Councillors: Tyson Migneault, Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin Administrator: Emella Waiser 📝 Meeting Highlights Approvals & Financials Previous Minutes: Council approved the minutes from September 24, 2025. Monthly Financials: September 2025 statements were reviewed and approved. Payment
Oct 30, 2025


Gull Lake 2035—Part II: What We Build Together
A three‑part look at our past, present, and future In Part One, we explored the vision that has carried Gull Lake forward—from the resilience of our early days to the opportunities we see on the horizon. But vision alone isn’t enough. Every generation has had to do the hard work of building in the present. This second installment, What We Build Together, takes a closer look at the choices and commitments that shape our community. Through three chapters—T he Past, The Present,
Oct 19, 2025


Gull Lake Town Council – September 10, 2025: Sewer Upgrades, Business Boosts, and Highway 37 Corridor Maintenance
The Gull Lake Town Council met for its regular session on September 10, 2025, in the Town Council Chambers at 2378 Proton Avenue. Mayor Nasser Zanidean presided, with Councillors Tyson Migneault, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, and Administrator Emella Waiser present, confirming a quorum. Councillor Karen Turton was absent. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Gull Lake Town Council Meeting Minutes and Financial Approvals Minutes —App
Oct 6, 2025


Council Agendas Online: A Missed Opportunity for Gull Lake
Residents deserve to see what’s coming — not just what’s already happened. Council’s recent reply to my letter was brief: they’ve decided not to post meeting agendas online. While I appreciate the acknowledgment, the response leaves important questions unanswered—and the opportunity for greater transparency still stands. Posting agendas alongside minutes isn’t just about convenience. It’s about helping residents understand what’s coming, not just what’s already happened. It’s
Sep 28, 2025


Gull Lake Finances: Stability, Growth, and Planning Ahead
On June 10th , Town Council received the audited financial statements for 2024. To make the numbers easier to understand, I have pulled out the key points.” These statements are detailed and technical, but behind the numbers is a simple story: our community is financially stable, investing in the right places, and preparing for the future. Here’s what the latest statements tell us. 💰 Where the Money Comes From In 2024, the Town brought in about $2.8 million in total revenu
Sep 24, 2025


Gull Lake Town Council – August 20, 2025: SPCA Grant, Bylaw Passed, and Tax Cancellations Approved
The Gull Lake Town Council met for its regular session on August 20, 2025, in the Town Council Chambers at 2378 Proton Avenue. Mayor Nasser Zanidean presided, with Councillors Tyson Migneault, Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite (via phone), Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, and Administrator Emella Waiser present, confirming a quorum. The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. Gull Lake Town Council Meeting Minutes and Financial Approvals Minutes —Approved th
Sep 23, 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
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Multiple DatesSWT Lyceum Theatre Film Event: Iron Lung0 days to the eventTue, Mar 10SWT Lyceum Theatre



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