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Local History Spotlight: The Gull Lake Kid Who Ended Up Guarding Churchill and Roosevelt
Most people who grew up picking rocks east of Gull Lake didn’t expect to one day stand guard over Winston Churchill and Franklin D. Roosevelt. But Gordon Johnston did. Born in 1921 and raised on the Johnston dairy farm on the south edge of town, Gordon spent his childhood between school, chores, and long days helping his dad move horses and machinery out to the “East Place.” He graduated from Gull Lake School in 1941 with one goal he’d carried since junior high—joining the RC
12 hours ago


Richardson Pioneer – Area Marketing Representative (Carmichael)
📍 Area Marketing Representative – Carmichael Apply By: July 18, 2026 Employment Term: Full‑Time Employer: Richardson International Limited How to Apply: www.richardson.careers About the Role This position is based at the Richardson Pioneer Ag Business Centre in Carmichael. Area Marketing Representatives support producers by selling crop inputs and purchasing grain throughout the growing season. Responsibilities Maintain strong customer relationships and act as the key contac
3 days ago


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
5 days ago


Now Hiring: Hydrovac/Vac Combo Operator (Full‑Time) — Gull Lake
Employer: Lonestar Energy Services Location: Gull Lake, Saskatchewan Positions Available: 2 Apply By: July 15, 2026 How to Apply: Email lonestarenergy@sasktel.net Position Overview Lonestar Energy Services is seeking Hydrovac & Vac Combo Operators to join their team in Gull Lake. This is a full‑time role with steady hours, benefits, and opportunities for training and advancement. Key Responsibilities Safely operate hydrovac or vac combo units Perform clean‑up and general equ
6 days ago


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
7 days ago


Gull Lake’s First Baby: From a Frontier Shack to Provincial Leadership
Local History | Gull Lake & Area In the winter of 1906–07, Gull Lake was little more than a ranch headquarters, a CPR station, and a scattering of shanties on the open prairie. It was in this setting — long before the town took shape — that the community welcomed its very first newborn. That winter, the Dalgleish family lived in a small shack on the site that, as of 1965, was occupied by the Erwin Beninger home. Mr. Dalgleish was working as a homestead locator and foreman at
Jun 13
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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
5 days ago


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


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 tradition
Jan 15
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19th Cars in the Hills – Classic Rides Meet the Cypress Hills6 days to the eventSat, Jun 27Cypress Hills Interprovincial Park - Sas
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