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Obituary: Glenn Albert Holding
January 4, 1948 – October 15, 2026 Opening Line We share the passing of Glenn Albert Holding, 78, of Tompkins, who passed away on October 15, 2026. Life & Legacy Glenn was born in Gull Lake to Augusta and Randy Holding on January 4, 1948. He trained as an agricultural mechanic at SAIT and farmed in the Tompkins area for many years. He contributed to community projects including the Tompkins Lions Club, the Tompkins Community Hall, and later volunteer work at Lac Pelletier. Fa
2 hours ago1 min read


Exploration Licence North of Gull Lake Highlights October Oil & Gas Offering
A major exploration licence located just four kilometres north of Gull Lake was one of the key southwest parcels in Saskatchewan’s latest Crown oil and natural gas public offering, held on October 6. The licence, awarded to Millennium Land (444) Ltd., covers 2,640 hectares near the Gull Lake North, Suffield, and North Premier Upper Shaunavon pools — areas with long-standing development history and established infrastructure. Millennium Land (444) Ltd. secured the parcel with
15 hours ago2 min read


Gull Lake’s First Overseers: J. Hutchinson and Ed Busse
Gull Lake’s early business district, circa 1910 Every community begins with a handful of people willing to take responsibility for its future. In Gull Lake, the earliest civic leadership came from two men whose names appear throughout the town’s first surviving records: Joseph Hutchinson and Edward “Ed” Busse. Their work helped shape the foundations of the village long before Gull Lake had paved streets, a town office, or formal municipal departments. Early Council Formation
2 days ago3 min read


Now Hiring: Crew Truck / Shop Labourer – Stevenson Resources Ltd. (Gull Lake, SK)
Stevenson Resources Ltd. is looking to add a Crew Truck / Shop Labourer to its Gull Lake team. This position supports oilfield operations and shop maintenance in a collaborative, safety‑focused environment. 🧰 Job Details Assist with general oilfield maintenance on the crew truck Perform shop work including pressure testing and equipment maintenance Assist welders as needed Operate skid steer and sanding truck 👷♂️ What We’re Looking For Oilfield experience is an asset but n
3 days ago1 min read


Safety Alert: RCMP Warn of Fraudulent Email Scam in Saskatchewan
Residents across Saskatchewan — including here in southwest Saskatchewan and Gull Lake — are being urged to stay alert after the Saskatchewan RCMP issued a warning about a fraudulent email circulating in the province. Key Point: The email falsely claims you are under investigation for cybercrime and threatens arrest unless you respond. The message directs recipients to a non‑RCMP Gmail address: carcmpgrca@gmail.com. RCMP confirms this email is not legitimate and is part of an
5 days ago2 min read


Tompkins School Under Formal Review by Chinook School Division
The Chinook School Division has announced that a formal review of Tompkins School will be undertaken under The School Division Administration Regulations. This review process is designed to ensure that community members have an opportunity to provide input before any decisions are made about the school’s future. 🔍 What the Review Means A school review is not a closure notice—it's a fact‑finding process. The Division examines enrolment trends, transportation distances, and ed
6 days ago1 min read
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Safety Alert: RCMP Warn of Fraudulent Email Scam in Saskatchewan
Residents across Saskatchewan — including here in southwest Saskatchewan and Gull Lake — are being urged to stay alert after the Saskatchewan RCMP issued a warning about a fraudulent email circulating in the province. Key Point: The email falsely claims you are under investigation for cybercrime and threatens arrest unless you respond. The message directs recipients to a non‑RCMP Gmail address: carcmpgrca@gmail.com. RCMP confirms this email is not legitimate and is part of an
5 days ago


Tompkins School Under Formal Review by Chinook School Division
The Chinook School Division has announced that a formal review of Tompkins School will be undertaken under The School Division Administration Regulations. This review process is designed to ensure that community members have an opportunity to provide input before any decisions are made about the school’s future. 🔍 What the Review Means A school review is not a closure notice—it's a fact‑finding process. The Division examines enrolment trends, transportation distances, and ed
6 days ago


2025 Cocaine Bust Leads to Federal Sentence; Investigation Touched Multiple Southwest Communities
A drug‑trafficking case that moved through several Southwest Saskatchewan communities has resulted in a federal prison sentence for a former Swift Current resident. Mandel was sentenced in Swift Current Provincial Court Monday to 900 days in federal custody, according to court information. 33‑year‑old Lacey Mandel received the sentence after pleading guilty earlier this year to possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. Investigation Activity Across the Region The
Oct 6
Upcoming Events in Gull Lake and Area

CWL Fall Rummage Sale – Christ the King Parish Hall1 day to the eventWed, Oct 21Christ the King Parish Hall



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