Snoqualmie Valley News
Discover the Charm of The Cinnamon Bear
Enjoy the classic holiday radio show The Cinnamon Bear from the comfort of your car. You may be rushing around this holiday season, but drive within two blocks of the … [Read More...]
Community Spotlights
Snoqualmie Valley Weather: Are we in for the season’s first snow?
It’s that time of the year when we start talking about snow. We have our first winter advisory of the season. A Winter Storm Watch is in effect from Tuesday afternoon until Wednesday afternoon. 4 to 8 inches of snow is … [Continue Reading...]
Top Reasons to Shop Locally in the Snoqualmie Valley
According to the U.S. Small Business Association (SBA), small businesses of 500 employees or fewer make up 99.9% of all U.S. businesses and 99.7% of firms with paid employees. Of the new jobs created between 1995 and 2020, small … [Continue Reading...]
Local News & Happenings
More Snoqualmie Valley News
Updated: Eastbound Snoqualmie Pass Closed
Update 1045 pm: I-90 is fully open. Traction tires advised eastbound, chains required westbound. I-90 Snoqualmie pass is closed eastbound at exit 34, eighteen miles west of the summit, due to multiple collisions and … [Read More...]
Holly Days: An Old-Fashioned Holiday Festival in Downtown North Bend
The North Bend Downtown Foundation (NBDF) invites you to join in on a heartwarming outdoor holiday festival and tree-lighting ceremony on Saturday, December 3. The City of North Bend and the North Bend Downtown … [Read More...]
Fire Blotter | Brush Fire; Rollover Accident; Trail Rescue
Here are a few calls the Snoqualmie Fire Department responded to in the last couple of weeks. November 14, 2022 Firefighters responded to the report of a brush fire. A neighbor called 911 after noticing a fire … [Read More...]
Reduced Speed Limits Approved for SR 202 through Downtown Snoqualmie
Last month the Snoqualmie City Council adopted Ordinance 1625, approving state-recommended speed limit modifications to Railroad Ave/SR 202 from Snoqualmie Falls through the downtown corridor. Speed limits for this … [Read More...]
Something for Everyone in the Snoqualmie Valley: Let the Festivities Begin!
This is it! The holiday celebrations have begun, and there is again no shortage of ways to get your Ho Ho Ho on. Check out our events calendar for all things jingly, and please send an email … [Read More...]
Valley Center Stage Presents “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens, adapted by Dustin Trabert
Valley Center Stage’s beloved annual tradition returns with a new production of A Christmas Carol. Ebenezer Scrooge is a businessman whose lonely Christmas is invaded by a series of encounters that force him to … [Read More...]
Windy Weather Expected for the Foothill Communities
Tis the season for a wind event, but if it had waited just one week, it would seem right on time for Thanksgiving. Our area has a wind advisory from midnight tonight until 6 pm Thursday. This is not a widespread … [Read More...]
Snoqualmie Police Department Ride-Along Recap from City of North Bend’s PIO
On November 10, 2022, the City of North Bend's Public Information Officer (PIO), Bre Keveren, joined Snoqualmie-North Bend Police Officer Kaae for a ride-along with a virtual twist. Thursday evening began at 4:45 … [Read More...]
Snoqualmie Valley Controversy: Is it Ok to Put Your Dog’s Poop in Someone Else’s Garbage Can?
‘Poopgate,’ a frequent social media skirmish, is not on the same level as Deflategate, using personal email servers or even a questionable celebrity's 72-hour marriage. However, the ethics of throwing poop bags in … [Read More...]
Help Shape Final Design for Centennial Trail Improvements at Nov. 16 Public Open House
The City of Snoqualmie has been working with stakeholders to finalize the design direction of the Town Center Phase 3: Centennial Trail Improvements Project, which will redesign and enhance the trail between the Snoqualmie … [Read More...]
Artists Sunday Event at the North Bend Train Depot
Artists Sunday, the Sunday after Thanksgiving (Nov 27, 2022), is dedicated to supporting local artists and recognizing the impact they have in enriching our lives, communities, and the economy. Consumers are … [Read More...]
The Snoqualmie Tribe & Casino Honors Veterans this Veterans Day with Flag Raising Ceremony, Free Buffet Offer and Launch of Veterans Ride-Share Program
The Snoqualmie Tribe, in partnership with the Snoqualmie Casino and American Legion Post 79, extends a community invitation to honor all service members past and present this Veterans Day. WHAT: … [Read More...]
Last Minute Traffic Alert: Eastbound SR 18 to Briefly Close at Issaquah-Hobart Road Southeast Nov. 9-10
Travelers will need to find alternate routes if they use eastbound State Route 18 near Tiger Mountain during overnight hours Nov. 9-10. Beginning at 10 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 9, all lanes of eastbound SR 18 at … [Read More...]
Updated: Wednesday Morning Traffic Troubles on Highway 18
Update 10:30 am: Highway 18 is now open in both directions. ____________________________________________________________________ SR 18 is closed Eastbound at Issaquah-Hobart road and Westbound at I-90. This first … [Read More...]
Early Election Results: Murray Winning a Sixth Term, Schrier Beating Larkin in the 8th Congressional District
With 1,664,879 ballots counted in the state, some races have been decided, and some are still ongoing. Here are some November 8th race results: United States Senator Patty Murray (D)- 60.23%Tiffany … [Read More...]
I-90 and SR 18 Improvements Project is the Focus of Snoqualmie Open House
Test drive the diverging diamond interchange before it’s even built at an open house for the Interstate 90 and State Route 18 improvements and widening project on Wednesday, Nov. 16. People attending the … [Read More...]
The City of North Bend Updates its Snowplow Route Map
In preparation for the 2022-23 winter season, the City of North Bend has updated its Snowplow Route Map, which includes new neighborhoods and streets. The map identifies Priority 1, 2, and 3 snowplow routes … [Read More...]
Washington State Patrol I-90 Fatality Collision Statement
On November 5th at approximately 530 pm on westbound I90, an accident caused two car fires and unfortunately killed one motorist. According to the Washington State Patrol (WSP), vehicle one, a 2019 Chevy Corvette, … [Read More...]
