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Obituary: Anne Louise Willman—Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
March 6, 1956 – June 16, 2025 (age 69) Service Details Memorial Service: [Not specified] Location: Gull Lake, Saskatchewan Life Legacy Survived by: Husband Wayne Willman; daughter Sabrina Anne (Terry Empey); grandchildren Cole Ellene (2006) and Denaya Beverly (2010); extended family and many friends. Predeceased by: Parents Edward and Ella (Papke) Aldag; brother Wayne Edward (1971). Community ties: Born in Gull Lake, Anne grew up on the family farm and cherished country lif
Jun 20, 2025


Coffee Row Chronicles: Gull Lake’s Day of Track Triumphs, Mini-Golf Magic, and Community Spirit
At Blended Souls Coffee & Boutique , soft morning light streamed through large windows as locals gathered over artisan lattes. Between sips of freshly brewed coffee, patrons excitedly discussed the provincial track and field championships. Stories flew fast—Brooklyn Leppa’s silver in the Senior Girls Quadrathlon, the electrifying silver performance of the Gull Lake 4×100m Relay Team led by Keegan Jensen, his hard-earned silver in the Junior Boys 400m, and Ally Stusrud’s stan
Jun 19, 2025


Faces of the Future: Gull Lake Honors Its Graduates with a Downtown Banner Display
Gull Lake, SK — Downtown Gull Lake is filled with pride this week as banners featuring the faces of the 2025 graduating class from Gull Lake High School are displayed along Main Street and other key downtown streets. The dedicated town crew ensures these banners are installed throughout the heart of town, creating a public salute to the students' hard work and bright futures. These banners celebrate each graduate’s achievements and reflect our community’s pride. Accompanying
Jun 19, 2025


Building Community Relationships: A Newcomer Business Guide for Small Towns
Moving to a small town and launching your first venture is an exciting leap. You’ll be greeted by close-knit community, friendly people at every corner, and the chance to become a favorite local business. But earning trust and standing out (especially when the nearest city is just 50 km away) takes intentional effort. Here are some strategies to integrate your business into the community from the very beginning. Foundations for Newcomers Show up at local events, support fundr
Jun 16, 2025


Gull Lake Firefighters Return After Intense Northern Deployment
By Gull Lake Events • 12 June 2025 Gull Lake, SK — The Gull Lake firefighters are safely back home after a June 3–7 mission near Pelican Narrows, where they helped contain one of northern Saskatchewan’s first major wildfires of 2025. Stacy Schmidt, Kara Dyer, Kyle Rozel, and Tim Temoshawsky traded prairie grasslands for heavy smoke and a highway so hot that flames brushed the pavement Gull Lake Firefighters’ Week in the Burn Zone Date Key Events Tue June 3 Departed Gull Lak
Jun 12, 2025


Little Green on the Prairie Park: Honoring Our Past, Forging Our Future
I remember when the block now home to Little Green on the Prairie Park was mostly empty—just the curling rink to the south and an older home on the northwest corner. Then came an idea that nearly everyone embraced. According to the Centennial Chronicles, a door-to-door survey revealed that 97% of residents supported creating a park. That overwhelming backing turned a vacant lot into a thriving community space. Little Green on the Prairie Park is a living tribute to Gull Lak
Jun 10, 2025
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Gull Lake’s Doug Logan: China Trade Deal is a "Lifeline"
There’s a fresh sense of cautious optimism across the prairies this week, following a major diplomatic breakthrough in Beijing. After a high-stakes trade mission led by Prime Minister Mark Carney and Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, Canada has secured a deal to dismantle the punishing 100% tariffs that have crippled the nation’s canola industry. For producers like Doug Logan, who farms near Gull Lake, this announcement is more than a headline—it’s a lifeline for the 2026 growi
3 days ago


2026 Pig Spleen Forecast: “Volatile” Winter and Long Spring Ahead for Southwest Saskatchewan
Get ready for a wild ride, Southwest Saskatchewan. The much-anticipated 2026 Pig Spleen Forecast predicts a winter marked by “unpredictability,” “extreme swings,” and a spring that refuses to arrive on schedule. Whether you’re heading out for chores or sending the kids to school, you’ll want both your parka and your raincoat nearby. Shared on the Pig Spleen Weather Prognostication Facebook page by Jeff Woodward , this year’s outlook continues a long-standing Tompkins traditi
6 days ago


Gull Lake EMS: Always There, Always Ready
Honoring Our Lifesaving Professionals During EMS Week Dave Waiser, Roy Krogsgaard, Brian Walters, Leanne Marin, and Paige Farr In emergencies, every second counts. Whether it's a vehicle accident, a medical crisis, or a community emergency, EMS professionals stand ready—trained to provide critical care when it matters most. Across the country and right here in Gull Lake, these dedicated individuals don’t just serve the community—they are part of it. In small towns, you’re mor
May 7, 2025
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Week of Prayer for Christian Unity – Ecumenical Service4 days to the eventSun, Jan 25Knox United Church


Multiple DatesThe 37th Annual Garden Head Sportsman & Collector Show10 days to the eventSat, Jan 31Tompkins Community Centre
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