Manassas, VA|News|
School Bathroom Filming | Toll Hike Rejected | Kids Chained: VA News
Homeless Camp Cleared | Bus Over Legion Bridge | Disrupted Burial Site Lawsuit | Repeat Indecent Exposure | Shopping Cart Killer
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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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Nonprofits Seek Helping Hands Through Volunteer Fair In Alexandria
Volunteer Alexandria's upcoming volunteer fair will have opportunities with 40 or more organizations.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna School Named Among America’s Healthiest Schools
A Vienna school was the only private school in Virginia recognized with an award from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
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Manassas Park, VA|News|
Mamta Kafle Bhatt: Husband's Jury Trial Waived, Searches Continue
Manassas Park Police are searching several locations and following up on tips in the case of Mamta Kafle Bhatt as her husband faces trial.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
7 Prince William Schools Named Among America’s Healthiest Schools
Prince William County schools were the only public schools in Virginia recognized with awards from the Alliance for a Healthier Generation.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria City Hall Renovation Design Process To Begin
Alexandria city government will pursue renovations at City Hall and Market Square, which date back to 1871 and 1749, respectively.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Dulles Greenway Toll Hike Rejected By State Corporation Commission
The State Corporation Commission denied Dulles Greenway owner's request to charge higher tolls, drawing praise from Loudoun officials.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Dumfries Sexual Assault In Vehicle Prompts Search For Suspect
Prince William County Police are searching for a suspect in a sexual assault in a vehicle.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
2024 Candidate Profile: Xiao-Yin 'Tang' Byrom For Manassas Mayor
Xiao-Yin "Tang" Byrom is one of two candidates running for Manassas mayor in the November election.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
New Library Director Chosen In Prince William County
Jennifer Patterson was named the latest library director in Prince William County after a national search.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Carpenter's Shelter Brings Homelessness Into Focus With Cook-Off
Carpenter's Shelter, which is now in charge of two homeless shelters in Alexandria, has a cook-off fundraiser featuring restaurant tastes.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Foods Kept Past Discard Dates: Vienna Restaurant Inspections
August inspections uncovered violations like food kept past the discard dates and cold cheese measured above 60 degrees.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
10 People Killed In Labor Day Weekend Fatal Crashes In Virginia
The ten traffic fatalities over the holiday weekend in Virginia included two double fatality crashes, according to state police.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Lawsuit Over Cemetery Site In Western PWC To Proceed
The years-long battle over cemetery disturbances against the Farm Brewery at Broad Run will continue in court.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Double Homicide In Loudoun County Leads To $25K Reward Offer
The sheriff's office is seeking information on a suspect in the killing of two 22-year-olds in Sterling.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
2024 Candidate Profile: Diana Brown For Manassas School Board
Diana Brown is one of the candidates running for four seats on Manassas School Board in the November general election.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
2024 Candidate Profile: Ashley Hutson For Manassas City Council
Ashley Hutson is one of the candidates running for three seats on Manassas City Council in the November general election.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Sexual Assaults In Woodbridge Area Lead To Charges: Police
A 70-year-old man was charged with the sexual assaults of a victim who was under 15 at the time.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
McLean, VA|News|
Tysons To Bethesda Bus Route Set To Hit The Streets
American Legion Bridge commuters between Maryland and Virginia will soon have another alternative to driving.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
2024 Election Candidate Profile: Tim Beaty For Alexandria School Board
Tim Beaty is one of three candidates in the ballot for School Board District A, which covers Old Town, Del Ray and more neighborhoods.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
