Manassas, VA|News|
2-Vehicle Crash Kills Driver In Nokesville: Police
A driver whose vehicle was struck head on died of injuries from the crash, according to Prince William County Police.
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|
Minnie Howard Campus Pool Opens To Public In Alexandria
The Minnie Howard Campus pool is open, offering a lap swim pool and training pool with public access.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
What's Open, Closed For Labor Day 2024 In Alexandria
Most government offices will be closed, and some services will operate differently on Monday for the Labor Day holiday.
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Manassas, VA|News|
2024 Candidate Profile: Dayna-Marie Miles For Manassas School Board
Dayna-Marie Miles is one of the candidates running for four seats on Manassas School Board in the November general election.
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Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Town Hall First Floor Renovation Heading To Design
Town Council approved a design contract to renovate the first floor workspaces for the town staff.
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Manassas, VA|News|
17-Year-Old Endangered Girl Missing From Manassas Area Found
Prince William County Police have located a teen last seen Wednesday morning.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Teen Robbed After Leaving School Bus In Woodbridge: Police
Prince William County Police are investigating the robbery of a 14-year-old dropped off by a school bus and other incidents.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Up To 23 Violations, Mold Found: Manassas Restaurant Inspections
Health inspectors found foods that may not be from an approved source, mold in the ice machine and more violations during August.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Library Sit-In Documents To Be Preserved With Grant
A grant will help digitize resources associated with the Alexandria Library Sit-In, one of the early civil rights sit-in protests.
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Ashburn|News|
2 People Dead In Sterling Shooting: Sheriff's Office
A fundraiser for one of the shooting victims identifies them as a girlfriend and boyfriend.
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Vienna, VA|News|
Mainstays, Closed Eateries: Readers Choose Vienna's Best Restaurants
Patch readers shared their picks for longtime Vienna restaurants and closed eateries that they miss.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
A Taste Of Alexandria Cookbook To Be Launched In Fall 2024
A new cookbook featuring recipes from Alexandria restaurants will be released in the fall.
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Ashburn|News|
'Consistently Goes Above And Beyond': Loudoun Teacher Shout-Out
Jacob Reeves, a band teacher and director at Loudoun County schools, is being recognized for commitment to students and families.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Residential Community Proposed Near Woodbridge Commuter Lots
The Board of County Supervisors will consider rezoning to allow homes replacing an auto parts and junkyard space.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Waterfront Gems, Italian, Thai: Readers Chose Best New Restaurants
Patch readers shared their picks for best new restaurants in Alexandria, including casual spots and fine dining.
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Manassas, VA|News|
2024 Candidate Profile: Zella Jones For Manassas School Board
Dr. Zella Jones is one of the candidates running for four seats on Manassas School Board in the November general election.
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Ashburn|News|
Belmont Ridge Road Widening Near Completion In Loudoun County
A widened section of Belmont Ridge Road is open, but drivers should expect daytime lane closures through December.
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Manassas, VA|News|
2024 Candidate Profile: Stephen Kent For Manassas City Council
Stephen Kent is one of the candidates running for three seats on Manassas City Council in the November general election.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Occoquan, Lorton To Appear On PBS Affiliate's 'If You Lived Here'
Occoquan and Lorton will be part of the WETA show "If You Lived Here" with new hosts this season.
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Ashburn|News|
Route 7 Brewing Sets September Opening Date In Ashburn
A new brewery with indoor and outdoor seating will face Route 7 in Ashburn. The public is invited to the grand opening.
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