Project news Beginning at 10 p.m. Monday, May 10 to 4 a.m. Friday, May 14: The SR 202 Snoqualmie River bridge will be closed 24 hours a day. Posted detour signs will redirect travelers to … [Read more...]
Archives for April 2021
Give Mom the Experience of a Steam Train Ride on Mother’s Day Weekend
April 29, 2021 by
Looking for something special and unique for mom on Mother’s Day weekend, May 8-9? Give her a fun family experience of a steam train ride through the beautiful upper Snoqualmie Valley. The steam train … [Read more...]
New Hotel and Senior Housing Potentially Coming to North Bend
April 28, 2021 by
Wednesday, April 28th, during the SnoValley Chamber of Commerce State of the Cities Luncheon, Mayor Rob McFarland announced that North Bend might finally be getting a new hotel. McFarland, … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Transportation has Urgent Need for Drivers
April 27, 2021 by
Snoqualmie Valley Transportation, the company with the little white buses serving the Valley, has immediate openings for three bus drivers. Interested applicants with a valid driver’s license are encouraged to … [Read more...]
Updated: King County Council Voted Today to Ban Fireworks in Unincorporated King County
April 27, 2021 by
Update: In a 5-4 vote the King County Council voted to ban the retail sale and use of fireworks in unincorporated King County. The ban will go into effect in 2022. Penalties of up to $250 for violating the law … [Read more...]
Annual Washington Wolf Population Report Shows Growth for 12th Year
April 24, 2021 by
Washington's wolf population continued to grow in 2020, as the minimum count of wolves reached its highest levels since the species began returning to Washington in recent years. The annual wolf … [Read more...]
Johnson & Johnson Covid-19 Vaccine Pause Lifted: What this Means for King County
April 24, 2021 by
On Friday, April 23, the CDC and FDA lifted a pause on the use of the Johnson & Johnson (J&J) COVID-19 vaccine in the U.S. for all adults age 18 and older. The agencies concluded that the … [Read more...]
Highlights of the SVSD School Board Meeting April 22, 2021
April 23, 2021 by
[Guest post by Linda Grez] Superintendent Dr. Rob Manahan welcomed incoming Superintendent Dr. Gibbon (whose term begins July 1st), recognized Earth Day and Administrative Staff week, particularly thanking … [Read more...]
City to Hold May 4th Public Hearing on Proposed Water Rate Increase
April 23, 2021 by
The City of North Bend will hold a public hearing to solicit input and comments on a proposed water rate increase on Tuesday, May 4, 2021 at 7PM during the regular City Council meeting, which will be held … [Read more...]
The 2021 Master Gardener Plant Sale is Happening
April 22, 2021 by
In 2021 the Master Gardener plant sale moves online with its newly designed store and an incredible shopping opportunity. Along with their usual outstanding selection of plant starts for every kind of vegetable … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Valley Fishing Charters: Local Teens Helping Kids get Outdoors Away from Screens
April 22, 2021 by
Mount Si High School student Charles Grant Finney has spent his entire life in the Snoqualmie Valley fishing. His Dad, Bryan, likes to say he “learned to walk while wading (and falling) in the Middle Fork of … [Read more...]
Pet Licenses are Required for Furry Family Members; ‘License for Love’ Campaign Waives Late Fees
April 21, 2021 by
Do you have a furry, four-legged family member? If so, this is a friendly reminder that King County pet licenses are required for all dogs and cats eight weeks of age or older living in the Regional Animal … [Read more...]
Public Invited to Submit Art Highlighting the Dangers of Releasing Pets and Plants into the Wild
April 19, 2021 by
The Washington Invasive Species Council and Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) invite artists of all ages to participate in an art contest through May 14 as part of the “Don’t Let it Loose” … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie K9 Unit Assists in Regional Drug Distribution Arrests
April 19, 2021 by
As reported by the U.S. Attorney’s Office Western District, 21 people were arrested on April 7, 2021, on indictments charging an extensive drug dealing conspiracy by defendants who often illegally … [Read more...]
Nike Store Theft Leads to Yet Another U-Haul Chase by Snoqualmie PD
April 18, 2021 by
On Friday, April 16th, at approximately 530 PM, the Snoqualmie Police responded to a theft at the Nike store in the North Bend outlet mall. Photo Credit: Jeff Stapp The SPD deployed spike strips at a … [Read more...]
Snoqualmie Police Take Back Unwanted Prescription Drugs
April 18, 2021 by
The Snoqualmie Police Department will help residents prevent drug abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs during the National … [Read more...]
Forster Woods Tree Removal and Sidewalk Repair Project Begins Next Week
April 17, 2021 by
As part of a two-year Citywide Sidewalk Reinvestment Program, on April 6th, the North Bend City Council awarded a contract for the 2021 Annual Sidewalk Repair Project to Accord Contractors, LLC. City … [Read more...]
North Bend Police Officer Recognized for Life Saving Actions
April 17, 2021 by
Seattle-King County Public Health recently recognized Snoqualmie/North Bend Police Department Officer Austin Gutwein for saving the life of a North Bend man in January 2021. Officer Gutwein was first … [Read more...]
MSHS Junior Kasey Maralack finishes 2nd in Drive, Chip & Putt at Augusta National
April 16, 2021 by
Kasey Maralack, a junior at Mount Si High School, finished 2nd place overall in her age division at the National Drive, Chip and Putt Championship in Augusta, Georgia, last weekend April 11-12! This … [Read more...]
Updated: Late Morning Snoqualmie House Fire Extinguished
April 16, 2021 by
UPDATE: Initially the fire is being ruled as accidental, with the estimated cause being an overloaded electrical outlet. Initial estimates are a $350,000 loss to the structure and contents. Snoqualmie Fire … [Read more...]
