Attention! The City of North Bend just got its first frozen yogurt shop! The Swirl opened its doors this week, thanks to owner Deb Masters. Deb has revamped the retail spot that was once home to The Reef … [Read more...]
Amidst Safety Concerns, Parents Push to Fully Fence North Bend Elementary Playground, District Agrees
June 3, 2013 by
Last Friday, the Snoqualmie Valley School District took a proactive stance regarding a large unfenced elementary school play field, a playground area that's been at issue since December when a couple of parents … [Read more...]
King County Sheriff’s Marine Unit Responds to Bridge Over Snoqualmie River
May 20, 2013 by
Some North Bend residents inquired about the police activity late last week on a bridge over the Snoqualmie River in North Bend. Sadly, today King County Sheriff's Office (KCSO) Spokesperson, Sergeant Cindi … [Read more...]
North Bend Says Public Safety is First Priority, Working to Stop Illegal Drug Use in Local Parks
May 17, 2013 by
It was an overflow audience at the North Bend Public Safety meeting last night, May 16, 2013, leaving Police Chief Toner commenting that the crowd was the largest he'd seen at a community meeting in years. … [Read more...]
Following Fatal North Bend Home Invasion, Police and City Work to Reassure Residents, Hold Town Meeting
May 15, 2013 by
Monday's home invasion in a quiet North Bend area has some residents on edge, leaving lots of unanswered questions for a neighborhood that sits just outside the city limits in unincorporated King County. Why … [Read more...]
North Bend Home Invasion Twice in Twelve Hours; Intruder Killed by Homeowner
May 13, 2013 by
An intruder was stabbed and killed during a home invasion in a quiet North Bend neighborhood early Monday, May 13, 2013. Many North Bend residents reported a large police presence Sunday afternoon, May 12, … [Read more...]
King County Prosecutor Declines to File Charges Against North Bend Mayor
May 7, 2013 by
The King County Sheriffs Office has officially finished its 4th degree assault/domestic violence investigation of North Bend Mayor Ken Hearing. The mayor was arrested and spent a night in jail on March 26, … [Read more...]
North Bend Theatre at Risk of Closing Doors, Asks for Community Help
May 6, 2013 by
A historic transition in the movie business is putting the North Bend Theatre, the Valley's only movie theater, in danger of closing its doors. The 1941 historic landmark is turning to the community; giving it … [Read more...]
Nearly Two Miles of Snoqualmie Valley Trail to Close in North Bend Starting April 29th
April 28, 2013 by
Hikers, you've been warned. Staring tomorrow, April 29, 2013, King County Parks will begin work to replace a dilapidated and damaged timber bridge along the Snoqualmie Valley Trail, requiring a lengthy closure … [Read more...]
Historic Plants from Homes Cleared for Bartells Project Preserved, For Sale at Nursery at Mt. Si
April 25, 2013 by
Something I had always personally noticed and admired was the landscaping surrounding the home at the corner of Bendigo Blvd and Park Street in North Bend - one of the old homes cleared this week to make way … [Read more...]
Excavators Clear Houses, Making Way for New North Bend Bartell Drugs
April 23, 2013 by
Locals knew it was going to happen. It was just a matter of days. North Bend Economic Development Director, Gina Estep, said three weeks ago that construction on the new Bartell Drugs was set to begin any … [Read more...]
Boxley’s Transforms North Bend into Live Music Destination; Next up, Blues Walk on April 20th
April 12, 2013 by
Looking to experience some musical culture without leaving the Valley? Well, thanks to Danny Kolke, owner of Boxley's in North Bend (restaurant and popular live music venue), Boxley's Music Fund and lots of … [Read more...]
Traffic Alert: North Bend Street Closures This Weekend for UW Collegiate Cycling Races
April 5, 2013 by
The City of North Bend will be host to the University of Washington Bike Races this weekend, April 6th & 7th. The UW Cycling Road Race and Criterium (Crit) will be held on Sunday, April 7th, in downtown … [Read more...]
Search and Rescue Volunteers Carry Injured Man Off Rattlesnake Ledge
April 1, 2013 by
Ask search and rescue volunteers what they expect on the first sunny, spring weekend and they could say having to perform multiple missions to help hikers in the Snoqualmie Valley. This weekend, though, they … [Read more...]
Just a Few Months Until North Bend has New Fire Station; Live Webcam Lets You See the Progress
March 21, 2013 by
In February 2011, a $5 million bond passed to build a new fire station in North Bend. In just a few short months, new fire station 87 is due to open on Maloney Grove Avenue, just off East North Bend Way. North … [Read more...]
Fund Created to Help Bring Injured North Bend Boy Home After Canadian Skiing Accident
February 23, 2013 by
** Updated 2/23/13, 3PM: Michael's sister posted through social media that Michael and mom on a plane heading to Harborview Hospital in Seattle. ** ** Updated: 2/23/13, 12:15PM: If all goes well, Michael and … [Read more...]
