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.
Virginians traveling for Thanksgiving are expected to surpass pre-pandemic numbers. Forecasters are now tracking a holiday storm threat.
The new pedestrian block launches Friday for the holiday season, joining two permanent pedestrian blocks in Old Town.
From the annual Santa Train to Santa sing-a-long, here's where Santa is paying a visit around Woodbridge.
A Manassas man was sentenced for the fatal shooting of his wife's ex in a grocery store parking lot, according to prosecutors.
A student reviews Colgan High School's recent production of the Greek myth-inspired "Hadestown: Teen Edition."
The Prince William County School Board approved the school calendar for next year but could make an adjustment for one Muslim holiday.
A forensic artist helped create a facial reconstruction of an unidentified Jane Doe homicide victim from 1973.
Woodridge High School's boys cross country got a repeat win and has the second most state titles in Virginia.
Fairfax County Police described the stabbing as unprovoked, leading to life-threatening injuries for the victim.
From the annual Church Street Holiday Stroll to Breakfast with Santa, here's where Santa is paying a visit in Vienna
Santa Claus is coming to town! From December 6–14, starting at 6:30 PM each night, Santa will be making his rounds!
Two elections for union representation will be held for eligible LCPS certified employees like teachers as well as non-certified employees.
Prince William County health inspectors found up to 15 violations during recent inspections.
Loudoun County Animal Services found two dead dogs and a dog believed to be surviving off rodents, trash and the other dogs' bodies.
Refugee and immigrant families were among the families receiving a Thanksgiving food distribution from Catholic Charities' food pantry.
The Madison High School Crew team was the big winner at the Halloween Parade, with awards announced at Vienna Town Council's meeting.
The first of the Christmas tree lightings will happen before Thanksgiving, followed by other events leading into early December.
The sheriff's office is investigating the burglary of a shooting range with four involved suspects.
Alexandria Country Day School won its ninth championship with a co-ed team of middle school athletes.
Potomac Shores, a residential community along the Potomac River, is making progress with its retail buildout and future VRE station.
