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Obituary: Reinhold “Ron” Dittmann—Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
Service Details Graveside Service: Thursday, September 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Location: Gull Lake Cemetery, west of town off Highway 1 Reception: Following the service, friends and family are invited to gather at the Empire Diner for coffee in remembrance of Ron. Donations & Memorials Memorial contributions may be directed to: Gull Lake Special Care Centre—Activity Department P.O. Box 539, Gull Lake, SK S0N 1A0 Kinsmen Telemiracle Foundation 3‑2217C Hanselman Court, Saskatoon
Sep 3, 2025


Gull Lake Invests in Long-Term Water System Improvements
The Town of Gull Lake is undertaking a major upgrade to its aging water infrastructure , with current efforts focused on replacing key valves throughout the system. These valves play a vital role in controlling water flow and isolating specific sections of the network, allowing for more efficient maintenance and minimizing service disruptions. This phase of work is part of a multi-year modernization plan that will span over a decade . Crews are installing new valves
Aug 19, 2025


Understanding Gull Lake’s Animal Control Bylaw: Tips for Pet Owners
Municipal bylaws can be lengthy and wordy, so here's a colorful, emoji-led reference to Gull Lake’s Animal Control Bylaw No. 2-92 that tells you exactly what to do (and why it matters), regulating everything from licensing and noise control to dealing with the most common community complaints: barking dogs 🐕🦺, dogs at large 🏃♂️, and cats invading yards 🏡. 🔖 Why Gull Lake’s Animal Control Bylaw Matters Pet owners are not always aware of all the rules in lengthy bylaws.
Aug 16, 2025


Key Decisions from Gull Lake Town Council: June 11 – Property Lease, Broadband Boost & Summer Staff
The Gull Lake Town Council convened on June 11, 2025, in the Town Council Chambers at 2378 Proton Avenue. Mayor Nasser Zanidean presided with Councillors Karen Turton, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, Tyson Migneault and Administrator Emella Waiser present. Councillor Brandon Wessner was absent. Editor’s Note (July 30, 2025): On May 28, I hand-delivered a letter to the Town Office urging improved transparency—posting agendas online, exploring supporting docume
Jul 15, 2025


SGI Provincial Traffic Safety Fund Awards $40,000 to Gull Lake for New Kreative Kidz Sidewalk
The Town of Gull Lake has been awarded a $40,000 grant from SGI’s Provincial Traffic Safety Fund ( see all 62 awarded projects ) to build a new, wheelchair- and stroller-accessible sidewalk along the west side of Kreative Kidz daycare. Town Administrator Emella Waiser—who prepared and submitted the application on the town’s behalf—says it will shift drop-off and pickup away from the busier south entrance, creating a safer drop-off and pickup spot for children, parents, and
Jul 14, 2025


Obituary: Thomas “Tom” Sebo — Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
1931 – July 9, 2025 (age 94) Service Details Memorial Service : Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Location: Knox United Church, Gull Lake, Saskatchewan Officiant: Reverend Ken Schrag Musician: Mrs. Millie Spagrud Eulogists : Amber Ring‑Sebo (granddaughter) and Tom Sebo (grandson) Ushers: Ronald Broberg and Ken Lieb Interment: Private family interment at Gull Lake Community Cemetery Honorary Urn Bearers: All who were part of Tom’s life Family & Legacy Survived by: Ch
Jul 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
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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
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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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