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Local Opportunity: Flat Out Tire Ltd. – Parts Assistant (Immediate Opening)
Flat Out Tire Ltd. is looking to hire a Parts Assistant for immediate start. We offer on-the-job training, competitive pay, benefits, a cell phone allowance, a pension plan, and a friendly, supportive work environment. Responsibilities include: Inventory Management: Maintain optimal stock levels, track inventory, and ensure parts are available as needed. Procurement: Source parts from suppliers, negotiate prices, and manage orders. Distribution: Efficiently distribute part
Jan 15


Obituary: Anthony Dennis Bollman — Swift Current & Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
Date of Passing: December 26, 2025 Age: 45 Residence: Swift Current, Saskatchewan Anthony Dennis Bollman passed away on December 26, 2025, at the age of 45. He was born on January 23, 1980, in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. He will be dearly missed by his mother, Beverley Bollman , and his siblings Angela (Ron) Bollman, Melinda (Silvana) Bollman, and their children. Anthony was predeceased by his father Dennis Bollman and his older brother Jonathan Bollman. He will also b
Jan 5


Coffee Row Chronicles: Fireworks, Regional Bets & A New Year’s Challenge
A pale winter sun spilled through the Gull Lake Diner windows as Coffee Row filled with the usual clink of cups and thawing boots. With Council approving Winterfest fireworks, a new regional partnership taking shape, and a New Year’s editorial urging Gull Lake to choose optimism on purpose, the morning conversation had plenty of spark. “Five Thousand Bucks and a February Sky”—The Talk at Coffee Row Steam curled from Rita’s mug as she leaned forward, already picturing February
Jan 2


Council Meeting Highlights – December 10, 2025: Committee Appointments, Winterfest, and Regional Partnerships
Council’s final regular meeting of 2025 focused on annual committee appointments, year‑end financial approvals, and preparations for Winterfest 2026. Attendance All members of Council attended the meeting, ensuring full participation. Present: Mayor Nasser Zanidean; Councillors Tyson Migneault, Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin; Administrator Emella Waiser Reports Economic Development (Delegation – L. Alliban) Plain‑language: The
Dec 30, 2025


Obituary: Larry Sutton — Gull Lake, Saskatchewan
May 3, 1945–December 14, 2025 (age 80) It is with extremely heavy hearts that the family of Mr. Larry Sutton announce his passing on Sunday, December 14, 2025. Service Details Please be advised that Larry’s funeral, scheduled for Wednesday, January 7, 2026, will include a graveside service at 1:00 p.m. at Gull Lake Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life at 2:00 p.m. at the Elks Hall. Pastor Tyler Moll will officiate Donations & Memorials For those wishing, memorial con
Dec 17, 2025


Highlights from November 26 Council Meeting: Highway 4 Overpass, Hampers, Insurance, and More
Highway improvements, Christmas hampers, and insurance topped the agenda at Council’s November 26 meeting. Attendance All but one Councillor attended the meeting, ensuring a quorum and full discussion. Present: Mayor Nasser Zanidean; Councillors Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin; Administrator Emella Waiser Absent: Councillor Tyson Migneault Reports Water Plant (October 2025 report, D. Vold) : Plain‑language: Tracks Gull Lake’s wat
Dec 17, 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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