Archives for October 2021

Snoqualmie Valley Shelter Services: Meeting the Needs of those Living Unhoused in the Valley with a 5-day Week of Giving

This is the first year that people accessing Snoqualmie Valley Shelter Services don’t need to worry about whether they will be indoors this winter and when.  In years past, the shelter would have been … [Read more...]

Construction at Tollgate Farm Park Brings New Agricultural Amenities to the Community

Community members will soon notice construction near the historic Tollgate Farmhouse as Si View Metropolitan Park District (MPD) continues working on its Tollgate Farm Park Improvements … [Read more...]

Letter | You Should Vote for Sarah Perry

[Letter by Roger Ledbetter– Snoqualmie, WA. Views expressed are those of the author, not the Living Snoqualmie website. You may submit letters of support for your candidate … [Read more...]

Free Activities for Community Members Offered at Snoqualmie Valley YMCA

Since we are now firmly in the dark and gloomy PNW autumn, the Snoqualmie Valley YMCA would like everyone to know about some free indoor activities to help pass the time. The YMCA is offering many … [Read more...]

Update: Small Plane Crashes Near North Bend

Updated October 29th, 10:33 AM : In the FAA Accident and Incident Notice dated October 29th, 2021 the aircraft was said to have crashed under unknown circumstances near Bandera, WA. There is … [Read more...]

Updated: Snoqualmie River at Phase Three Flood Alert as the Falls Roar- video

The Snoqualmie River has reached Flood phase three. Flooding of varying depths is expected in the entire Snoqualmie Valley. To find more information go to www.kingcounty.gov/flood. Video was taken … [Read more...]

Traffic Alert: Small section of 436th Ave SE to Close for Roundabout Construction on North Bend Way

Beginning the week of November 1st,  a small section of 436th Ave SE - between SE Cedar Falls Way and SE North Bend Way – will close for several weeks as crews continue work on a privately-funded … [Read more...]

Business Goings | The Riverbend Café Says Goodbye After 12 Years in North Bend

If you've lived in the Snoqualmie Valley for long, chances are you've been to one of Rich Maki's restaurants. Maki has had two restaurants in the Snoqualmie Valley over the past 30+ years. His first … [Read more...]

COVID‐19 and Flu Vaccination Clinic in Fall City, Sunday, November 7th, 10 am‐4 pm

Discovery Health MD, the Fall City Fire Department, and the Snoqualmie Valley Hospital will be hosting a vaccination clinic at the Fall City Fire Department, located at 4301‐334th PL SE, Fall City, WA 98024, on … [Read more...]

Updated: Early Morning School Bus vs. Bicycle Accident on North Bend Way

Update 8:51 AM: According to the Snoqualmie Police Department, North Bend Way between Meadowbrook and Stone Quarry is closed in both directions for the collision investigation. Photo Courtesy of the City of … [Read more...]

Vaccine Verification Now Required for Some Activities in King County

Starting today, October 25, 2021, customers ages 12 and older are required to verify full vaccination or a negative test to participate in outdoor public events of 500 or more people and indoor … [Read more...]

Living Snoqualmie’s Regional Reads: Gail Folkins Light in the Trees

[Guest Post by Lynda Lahman] How much does where we live define us? Is homesickness about a sense of place or the people we miss? For Snoqualmie resident and author Gail Folkins, it's the land, … [Read more...]

Large Tree Causes Fatality Accident on Preston Fall City Road

At approximately 3:30 PM on October 24th, as a line of stormy windy weather passed through the area, a large tree fell crushing a car, causing a fatality accident with two victims. The accident was in the … [Read more...]

Snoqualmie Valley Windstorm: Timeline & Power Outage Update

Strong winds moved into The Snoqualmie Valley this morning, with sustained winds at 20-25 MPH and gusts ranging from 35-45 mph, causing power outages across the area. Mark Davis of North Bend Weather … [Read more...]

Is a ‘Bomb Cyclone’ Going to Make it to the Snoqualmie Valley?

[Guest Post by North Bend resident Mark Davis] I'm sure by now most of you have heard of the "Bomb Cyclone" out in the pacific headed our way. A storm gets the name "Bomb Cyclone" when the storm's pressure … [Read more...]

Valley Animal Partners: Hearts Full of Love for Local Pets

Living in the Valley, you probably have heard of Valley Animal Partners (VAP) but haven't been quite sure what they're all about. Admittedly, even though I am a known animal lover, I wasn't quite sure … [Read more...]

The Cities of North Bend & Snoqualmie Invite the Community to Arbor Day Tree Planting Events

Arbor Day is a day in which individuals and groups are encouraged to plant trees. The first American Arbor Day was originated by J. Sterling Morton of Nebraska City, Nebraska, at … [Read more...]

Letter | Re-Elect Commissioner Bud Raisio to Si View Metro Parks District

[Letter by Chris Lodahl– North Bend, WA. Views expressed are those of the author, not the Living Snoqualmie website. You may submit letters of support for your candidate … [Read more...]

Updated: I-90 Closed in Both Directions Due to a Multi-Car Collision

Final Update 4:41 AM: I-90 is open in both directions between Easton and North … [Read more...]

Halloween Happenings in Snoqualmie & North Bend

Get your costumes ready for Halloween happenings in Snoqualmie & North Bend at the following fun and free events. Safety protocols will be followed.  Halloween in Downtown … [Read more...]