James Harrison Newcomer’s Department of Corrections mugshot. Courtesy photo

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Man pleads guilty to multiple sex offenses

He admitted to sexually abusing ten minor girls, including one in Snoqualmie.

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Free Discover Passes for state parks available at your local library

The Check Out Washington program allows KCLS patrons to get a pass and an adventure pack that includes…

King County Elections dropbox. File photo

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Primary election 2025: Mayhew and Ross lead for Snoqualmie mayor

King County Parks Levy is also passing.

The I-405/Renton to Bellevue Widening and Express Toll Lanes Project will cause a closure of Southbound lanes this week. Photo provided by the Washington Department of Transportation

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Southbound I-405 to close this week for construction

There will be a full closure of southbound I-405 this week.

Photo courtesy of the Snoqualmie Valley Food Bank

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Valley food bank feels ‘overwhelming’ impact of federal cuts

The nonprofit is asking the community for donations where possible.

The new diverging diamond interchange on State Route 18 in Snoqualmie. Photo courtesy of Marcus Humberg/Washington State Department of Transportation

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Construction complete on SR 18 diverging diamond interchange

The interchange, under the I-90 bridges, switches traffic to opposite sides.

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King County gun violence keeps on dropping in 2025

Firearm homicides and injuries hit five-year lows through second quarter

Snoqualmie mayoral candidates participate in a forum at the Mount Si High School auditorium, July 17, 2025. (Grace Gorenflo/Valley Record)

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Snoqualmie mayoral candidates engage in public forum

Candidates’ top concerns included transparency, collaboration and affordability.

Sgt. Theresa Schrimpsher and Maj. Koby Hamill of the King County Sheriff’s Office. File photo

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King County Council approves funds to restore sheriff staffing

The ordinance aims to return staffing to normal in Fall City and other areas.

The proposed levy renewal would provide funding needed to complete the transformation of Wilburton Trestle - a historic wooden railway trestle in Bellevue - and adding it to Eastrail. Photo courtesy of King County

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King County seeks renewal for parks levy in primary election

Levy would fund multiple projects in cities across the county. Primary election is Aug. 5.

John Wasnock of North Bend. (Photo Courtesy of Omar Sader, PokerOrg)

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North Bend man finishes second in World Series of Poker

John Wasnock takes home $6 million after advancing to the finals of the 9,735 person tournament.

Snoqualmie Valley Hospital. Courtesy photo

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Medicaid cuts projected to heavily impact, strain local hospitals

84 hospitals across the state — including those in Renton, Federal Way, Auburn, Snoqualmie, Enumclaw and more —…

North Bend City Administrator Amber Emery. Photo courtesy of Amber Emery

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North Bend hires permanent city administrator

Amber Emery has a successful background in court and county administration.