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Council Supports Market Season, Regional Partnership, and Health Fundraising
Council addressed staff reports, financial approvals, correspondence, building permits, and other business before Council at its May 27 meeting. The session included written reports, committee updates, and routine administrative items. Water Plant Operator D. Vold provided a brief operational update at the start of the meeting. Council approved a Community Event License for the Gull Lake Tourism & EDC function held on June 17 at the Elks Hall, including a 60’ x 60’ beer garde
2 days ago


Pioneer Tales: How a Flooded River Brought the Busse Brothers to Gull Lake (1906)
In the summer of 1906, two young men from North Dakota — Frank and Oscar Busse — set out for Rosetown to look for homestead land. They never made it. The Saskatchewan River was in flood, travel was impossible, and a chance conversation in Swift Current changed the direction of their lives. A locator named Sharpe told them there was still good land available near Gull Lake. Frank agreed to go, and three other travelers—Fred Rushford, Joe Ohlheiser, and Louis Matheson—asked to
3 days ago


Break‑In at GoFer Hole Ice Cream Shop
The GoFer Hole Ice Cream Shop experienced a break‑in overnight, sometime between 8:30 p.m. last night and 9 a.m. today. Food items were taken, but no money was kept on the premises. Despite the setback, the owners shared that they plan to reopen Sunday at noon. They noted temporary shortages of bacon, footlong hot dogs, chicken breasts, several ice‑cream flavours, and other items still being sorted through in their inventory. The GoFer Hole has long been a long‑standing summe
4 days ago


Chinook Regional Library Seeks Casual Assistant – Gull Lake
Employer: Chinook Regional Library Location: Gull Lake Branch Library, 1377 Conrad Avenue Rate of Pay: $16.50 per hour Start Date: To be determined Closing Date: Open until filled Position Overview The Gull Lake Branch Library is hiring a Casual Library Assistant to support day‑to‑day library operations under the direction of the branch librarian. Responsibilities include assisting patrons, shelving and sorting materials, pulling holds, tracking statistics, and completing oth
5 days ago


Council Approves Rec Repairs, Scholarships, and Groundwater Program
Council addressed financial approvals, correspondence, infrastructure items, and other business before Council at its May 13 meeting. The session included written staff reports, committee updates, and a short delegation at the start of the meeting. A brief delegation from Kyle Downey opened the meeting, during which Council approved $12,000 for repairs to the Gull Lake & District Recreational Complex following water damage. Mayor Zanidean declared a conflict of interest for t
5 days ago


Join the Dynamic Disposal Team – Truck Driver (Full‑Time)
Apply By: July 8, 2026 Location: Gull Lake, SK Positions: 1 Employment Terms: Full‑Time Education: Grade 12 Experience: 0–6 months Dynamic Disposal Ltd is hiring a full‑time Truck Driver for its Gull Lake division. The company continues to grow, including expansion into the Northern Mining sector, and is seeking a versatile individual who can work independently, maintain equipment, and adapt to long hours with possible overnight stays. About the Role This position supports oi
7 days ago
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Four Municipalities Unite to Fund X‑Ray Upgrade for Gull Lake Health Centre
Four southwest Saskatchewan municipalities have launched a joint effort to fund a $600,000 X‑ray upgrade for the Gull Lake Health Centre, following a four‑year approval process with the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The Town of Gull Lake, R.M. of Carmichael No. 109, R.M. of Webb No. 138, and R.M. of Gull Lake No. 139 are now entering the fundraising stage and inviting residents, organizations, and regional partners to support the project. The committee notes that modern medi
Jun 16


New Plaque Added to Memorial for 1980 CPR Steel Gang Crash — June 16 Events Planned in Webb
A new plaque has been added to the roadside memorial west of Webb to honour the 22 men who died in the 1980 CPR Prairie Steel Gang bus crash—the deadliest highway accident in Saskatchewan history and one of the worst in Canada. The addition provides more historical detail for the many travellers who stop at the site each year. Remembering the 1980 Crash On May 28, 1980, a westbound car crossed into the path of a school‑type bus carrying 30 CPR track workers. The impact rolled
Jun 14


Gull Lake Fire Responds to Garden Tractor Fire
A 911 call at 5:37 p.m. alerted emergency responders to a garden tractor fire on the lawn at the north end of the parking area at Autumn House. The garden tractor was cutting the lawn when it caught fire. The unit—the only mower used for groundskeeping—was fully involved when firefighters arrived, but the Gull Lake Fire Department extinguished the fire within minutes. No injuries occurred, and there was no damage to any buildings. The garden tractor was lost in the incident,
Jun 5
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

Multiple Dates35+ Old Timer Men’s Ball Provincial Tournament – Gull Lake2 days to the eventFri, Jul 03Green Power Ball Park
Multiple DatesWeiner Wednesday Returns to InCyte! 🌭7 days to the eventWed, Jul 08InCyte Environmental Services Ltd

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