Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
What's Open, Closed For Thanksgiving 2024 In Alexandria
The Thanksgiving holiday will result in various closures around Alexandria, and some services will remain closed Friday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
- Ashburn, VA
Emily Leayman has been a local editor with Patch since March 2017. She leads coverage for the Northern Virginia communities of Alexandria, Ashburn, Manassas, Woodbridge and Vienna. At Patch, Emily was named to the Virginia School Boards Association Media Honor Roll in 2023 for her coverage of local schools.
Before joining Patch, Emily reported on education news for Watchdog.org in Washington, DC. Her coverage focused on the impact of school choice and Washington, DC's public charter school system.
Emily graduated from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania with a degree in professional writing and minors in public relations and Spanish. During her time at college, Emily freelanced for the Berks-Mont Newspapers, covering local news in Berks County, Pennsylvania. She was an editor at the university's student newspaper, The Keystone, for four years, including two as editor-in-chief.
A native of Allentown, Pennsylvania, Emily lives in Loudoun County, Virginia. Contact Emily with story ideas at emily.leayman@patch.com and follow her on Twitter @emilyleayman.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Crime Among Concerns Raised In Prince William County Survey
The Community Survey found residents are overall satisfied with the quality of life and services, but safety ratings decreased.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
What's Open, Closed For Thanksgiving 2024 In Manassas
The Thanksgiving holiday will result in various closures around Manassas, and some services will remain closed Friday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
What's Open, Closed For Thanksgiving 2024 In Woodbridge
The Thanksgiving holiday will result in various closures around Woodbridge, and some services will remain closed Friday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
La Tingeria Opens New Space At Port City Brewing Co.
La Tingeria has its third location in an outdoor space at Port City Brewing Company, marking the brewery's first permanent food vendor.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Where To See Santa In Ashburn This Christmas Season
From the annual Santa rides to carriage rides and breakfast with Santa, here's where Santa is paying a visit in Ashburn.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
City Of Manassas Official Named As New City Manager
Steve Burke, who has been an assistant city manager and public works director in Manassas, was appointed as the new city manager.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Suspected Stolen Vehicle Catches Fire In Pursuit From Alexandria
The suspect vehicle struck a state trooper's vehicle and several other vehicles at different points during the pursuit.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
5 Woodbridge Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
From food assistance to programs for people with disabilities, here are some causes that could use a helping hand this Giving Tuesday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
5 Vienna Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
From food assistance to programs for people with disabilities, here are some causes that could use a helping hand this Giving Tuesday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
5 Manassas Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
From volunteer fire and rescue to reducing food waste, here are some causes that could use a helping hand this Giving Tuesday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
5 Loudoun County Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
From food assistance to programs for people with disabilities, here are some causes that could use a helping hand this Giving Tuesday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Police Collecting Toys For Santa's Ride
Toys and other gifts for children in need and pediatric hospital patients are being collected in Vienna for Santa's Ride.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Sexual Assault By Person With Animal Mask Investigated At Osbourn Park
Prince William County Police say a suspect wearing an animal costume mask sexually assaulted a student at Osbourn Park High School.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Death Of Victim With Cerebral Palsy In Woodbridge Leads To Charges
Prince William County Police are investigating the neglect and death of an adult with cerebral palsy at a Woodbridge apartment building.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Ashburn House Fire Causes Total Loss, Injures Sheriff's Deputy
An Ashburn house was unoccupied when a heavy fire broke out, and a sheriff's deputy had a minor injury during the response.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
5 Alexandria Nonprofits To Support This Holiday Season
From food assistance to animal welfare, here are some causes that could use a helping hand this Giving Tuesday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Nominees Set For 26th House District Special Election
A special election will be held in January for Del. Kannan Srinivasan's seat as he runs for a Virginia Senate seat.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Man Charged In Manassas Area Homicide: Police
Prince William County Police say an altercation resulted in a fatal shooting of a man and charges for the suspect.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Dogs Left To Die | 27 Stolen Guns | Embattled Fire Chief: VA News
Solving Jane Doe Case | Sex Photos Sent To Cops | Voter Intimidation | Fire Hits Businesses | Flight Crew's Gun | Football Playoff Drama |
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
