It's becoming an all-too familiar accident scenario on I-90 near Snoqualmie. Around 1:15PM on February 28, 2017, North Bend resident Melissa Grant witnessed a sedan collide with the back of a semi waiting on … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2017
Snoqualmie Valley Schools on two-hour late start, February 28th
February 28, 2017 by
After surprise, heavy snow Monday evening, the Snoqualmie Valley School District said schools will open late, Tuesday, February 28, 2017, with buses on snow (i.e. limited transportation) routes. According to … [Read more...]
Heavy surprise snow closes Snoqualmie Parkway Mondy evening, brings traffic to halt
February 27, 2017 by
UPDATE | FEBRUARY 27TH, 8:30PM Snoqualmie Parkway is open now in both directions between I-90 and SR 202. Snow plows continue to work and police officers are directing traffic. WB SR 18 is closed to clear … [Read more...]
Wildcat Jr. Football ready for new season with more safety protocols; registration starts March 1st
February 27, 2017 by
While the New England Patriots epic comeback to win Superbowl XLI typically signals the end of football season, one group in the Snoqualmie Valley is just getting its football season started. The Board members … [Read more...]
Police Blotter | ‘Hand-to-hand combat’ at Smokey Joe’s; parking lot happy hour; sweeper side swipe; middle of dark road no place to be
February 26, 2017 by
Here are a few of the calls the Snoqualmie Police Department responded to in North Bend and Snoqualmie over the past couple of weeks. We have also reached out to the King County Sheriff's Office to inquire if … [Read more...]
Oped | School Board Members entitled to meeting agendas
February 24, 2017 by
** Clarification from author: In reading some of the responses both on Living Snoqualmie and social media, it became evident that one point of clarification is necessary. Marci Busby’s words about preferring … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie restaurant launches new ‘EDU Giveback Night’ to help PTSA’s
February 23, 2017 by
Glass & Bottle Bistro will host an “EDU Giveback Night” every third Wednesday of the month, which launched on February 15, 2017. For every entrée, share plate, or melt plate patrons order from the … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Police Department adds two new officers to serve North Bend
February 22, 2017 by
The Snoqualmie Police Department announced last week it has two new officers on duty. The hiring fills the department's two current openings and will reduce the amount of shifts/overtime officers had been … [Read more...]
100+ home development proposed for west edges of North Bend, near Tollgate Park entrance
February 21, 2017 by
A Normandy Park, WA developer, CTB Venture LLC, is proposing a development agreement with the City of North Bend to turn 24-acres of vacant property located at the end of NW 8th Street - off SE North Bend Way … [Read more...]
Video captures rare cougar appearance, likely same wounded cat that put down same day
February 20, 2017 by
[Article by: North Bend resident and pet trainer at Miss Lola's Academy for Wayward Dogs, Melissa Grant] UPDATE | FEBRUARY 22, 2017, 7AM According to Washington State Dept. of Fish and Wildlife Officer,Chris … [Read more...]
Mount Si Jazz Band heading to New York for prestigious competition, 4th straight year
February 18, 2017 by
For the fourth straight year, the MSHS Jazz I Band, under the direction of Matt Wenmen, will be heading to the Big Apple to compete Essentially Ellington at New York's famed Lincoln Center. According to a … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Mayor seeking 4th term, says experience vital as city council could turnover by five members
February 17, 2017 by
During the February 13th City Council meeting, Snoqualmie Mayor Matt Larson announced that he plans to seek a 4th term in the November 2017 general election. He listed a number of issues that influenced the … [Read more...]
‘Color me Mine,’ new pottery painting studio opens in Snoqualmie this weekend
February 16, 2017 by
Back in November we told you about a new business coming to Snoqualmie... Color me Mine, a pottery painting studio. In recent weeks, lots has been happening inside the studio's new home on Center Blvd in the … [Read more...]
All westbound I-90 lanes reopened near Issaquah after early morning landslide
February 16, 2017 by
UPDATE | February 16, 2017, 3PM Good News! Snoqualmie Valley commuters should have an easier time getting to work (or school, appointments, flights, etc.) tomorrow morning. WSDOT tweeted just before 3PM … [Read more...]
Carjacking leads to Serious Accident in North Bend, two arrested
February 15, 2017 by
Multiple residents reported a serious accident in North Bend on February 15, 2017 - one that closed North Bend Way near SE 140th for approximately an hour. Wednesday evening, the City of Snoqualmie reported … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie YMCA ready to expand, add pool: out of space to meet all community needs
February 14, 2017 by
Tick tock. Different year. Same conversation. At least when it comes to expansion plans for the busy and often packed Snoqualmie Valley YMCA. But this time a bond may materialize. At the February 9th … [Read more...]
Mount Si Cheer places 8th at National Championships
February 12, 2017 by
UPDATE | February 12th, 7:30PM Mount Si Cheer [red squad] placed 8th in the final round of the UCA High School Cheerleading Championships in Orlando, FL Congratulations! ORIGINAL … [Read more...]
In uncommon daylight attack, family goat killed in Snoqualmie
February 11, 2017 by
It was just a normal Tuesday evening - except for nearly a foot of snow on the ground - when Tina Laguna pulled up to her home in the Tokul Road area of Snoqualmie. It was around 5:30PM and still light out. In … [Read more...]
Dinner & Music: ‘Small but mighty’ Snoqualmie Valley Girls Choir perform at local restaurants, February 11th
February 10, 2017 by
Have you heard of the Snoqualmie Valley Girls Choir? Founded in 2004, SVGC has been filling the Valley with song for over a decade. Founders say the choir focuses on a high quality musicianship and … [Read more...]
Developer proposes 800-unit retirement community in Snoqualmie, large land annexation needed
February 9, 2017 by
At the February 9, 2017 Snoqualmie City Council Retreat, a local real estate development group, Snoqualmie Heights Master Plan, LLC, announced their plans to bring an planned 'active-adult' retirement community … [Read more...]
