Ashburn|News|
A New View Makes Return At New Ashburn Location
There's a new view for furniture and home goods store A New View, which moved down the road in Ashburn.
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|
Occoquan Fall Arts & Crafts Show Returns For 2 Days In September
An estimated 300 or more vendors, food, beer garden, children's art projects and more are planned at Occoquan's large fall festival.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Loudoun Fall Farm Tour Returns For 2 Days In October
The farm tour is a favorite returning event in Loudoun County and happens two times a year.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
2024 Candidate Profile: Roy Byrd For Alexandria City Council
There are nine candidates for Alexandria City Council in the November general election, including Roy Byrd.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
'Hoax Threats' Mentioning Alexandria Schools Investigated By Police
Social media threats against Alexandria schools mentioned a planned shooting, prompting an investigation by Alexandria Police.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Fairfax County Mom's Book Helps Kids Learn About Diwali
A former teacher who is a mom is helping introduce children to Diwali, which many school systems are adding to holidays on the calendar.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
PWC School, Clifton Catholic School Earn Prestigious Blue Ribbon Award
Eight schools in Virginia earned the National Blue Ribbon School recognition for academic success or narrowing achievement gaps.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Bank Conversion To Drive-Thru Taco Bell Proposed In Montclair
A report indicates a former PNC Bank location could become a fast food restaurant with dual drive-thru lanes.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Sexual Assault Of Child Under 10 In Manassas Area Leads To Charge
Police have charged a man for a sexual assault of a victim under 10 in the Manassas area of Prince William County.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
6 VA Colleges In Top 100 In Nation: US News Rankings
Along with the top national universities and colleges, U.S. News named best value colleges, best for social mobility and more.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Gar-Field Teacher Named VA's Plumbing Teacher Of The Year
A Gar-Field High School teacher was named the best plumbing teacher in Virginia and is up for a nationwide honor.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Murder-Suicide Victim In Dumfries Identified, Investigation Continues
Prince William County Police continue to investigate the murder-suicide, which was believed to be domestic related.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Del Ray, VA|News|
Tree Trimmer Dies By Electrocution In Del Ray Neighborhood
Alexandria Police are investigating the death of a worker who was electrocuted by a power line.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
The Meadows Original Frozen Custard To Exit One Loudoun
The Meadows, a favorite for frozen custard, sundaes and shakes, is preparing to close its One Loudoun location in Ashburn.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Amid First Friday Safety Concerns, Manassas Officials Reiterate Rules
Amid concerns about First Fridays, officials are reminding residents of the rules regarding on-street alcohol drinking and more.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
School Threats At High School Campuses Prompt Security Action
Alexandria's two public high school campuses were impacted by a school threat investigation Monday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Inova To Break Ground On Alexandria, Franconia-Springfield Facilities
Inova is breaking ground on two new facilities, an Alexandria hospital relocating to Landmark and the Franconia-Springfield hospital.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Pedestrian From Vienna Killed In Oakton Crash: Police
Fairfax County Police say a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle attempting a turn near the Oakton Shopping Center.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Check Out Alexandria Pet Of The Week And Paws In The Park
The Animal Welfare League of Alexandria, which helps adoptable pets like Ava, is less than one month away from its large animal festival.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Guaranteed Income Pilot Program Fails Loudoun Supervisor Vote
The Loudoun County Board of Supervisors did not approve a guaranteed income pilot program that would help some low-income households.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
