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The Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie Valley resumes its festive winter train rides, bringing holiday cheer to the community. The event is set to attract visitors with scenic rides amid the changing fall foliage. The trains will operate on select weekends throughout November and December.
The North Bend Library will host its inaugural Holiday Bazaar on November 22, from 11 AM to 6 PM, with proceeds supporting library programming. Attendees can purchase holiday-themed books and décor, and payment will be accepted via Venmo, cash, or local checks. The event aims to enhance community engagement through various library-supported activities.
Snoqualmie received the 2025 Best in Governance Award as the National Champion in Excellence for the Natural Environment. The award reflects an impressive 98% resident satisfaction rating in the latest National Community Survey™ regarding the city's natural environment. Mayor Katherine Ross credited city employees and residents for their efforts in preserving Snoqualmie's environment.
Snoqualmie will host a free community event celebrating soccer on November 1, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Downtown Snoqualmie Railroad Park. The event promises activities like foam play, fairways, and soccer games.
Mayor Katherine Ross expressed gratitude to Snoqualmie residents as her term concludes after nine years of service. During her tenure, she highlighted accomplishments like the repaving of Snoqualmie Parkway, the launch of the River Trail construction, and the expansion of civic engagement initiatives. Ross remains committed to the city's future success and looks forward to its continued prosperity.
Mayor Miller proclaims November 14, 2025, as Arbor Day in North Bend, coordinating a community planting event along the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River. Volunteers will restore riparian habitats by planting native species from 2 to 4 p.m., with safety measures in place. The free event welcomes participants of all ages, requiring adult supervision for those under 13.
King County approved a request from the City of Snoqualmie to reduce its housing growth target from 1,500 to 719 units. This decision followed a study revealing that the original target exceeded the city’s land capacity, prompting Mayor Ross to advocate for a more realistic number. The approved reduction aims to balance growth with the preservation of Snoqualmie's character and environment.
Four people sustained injuries in a head-on collision on Interstate 90 near North Bend early Friday morning. The crash occurred close to milepost 31, and all injured individuals were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. Investigators are currently looking into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The noon siren in Snoqualmie, historically calling firefighters to action, will now be accompanied by the bells of the Snoqualmie United Methodist Church starting November 1, 2025. This decision, supported by local organizations, aims to honor the siren's history while minimizing its startling effect on visitors. Longtime resident Carol Peterson proposed the change to celebrate community heritage and remember influential figures.
Downtown Snoqualmie will now feature a combined noon signal of a fire siren and church bells starting November 1, 2025. The decision, supported by local businesses and church members, honors the legacies of historical figures in the community. The new arrangement aims to preserve the tradition while reducing the potential for startling visitors.