Ashburn|News|
Petit Domaine, New Winery Focused On Sparkling Wine, Open In Loudoun County
Loudoun County, already home to a wide variety of wineries, has a new sparkling winery with an upcoming grand opening.
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|
Capital Beltway Toll Lanes Extension Not Added To Regional Transportation Plan
The Express Lanes extension did not win approval for a D.C. region transportation plan needed to secure federal funding and approvals.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas Shopping Center Redevelopment Concepts Proposed
The long-term redevelopment vision for the Manassas Shopping Center is taking shape after public feedback sessions.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Drive-Thru Flu Shot Clinic At Woodbridge Hospital Prepares For Flu Season
Free flu shots will be provided at a drive-thru event at the hospital, including limited high-dose vaccines recommended for seniors.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Locker Room Lawsuit Against LCPS Involves Misinformation, Loudoun4All Says
Loudoun4All spoke out as the school system provided insight into the Title IX investigation of students who interacted with a trans student.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Agenda:Alexandria's Next Program Focuses On Civil Discourse
The Agenda:Alexandria program will analyze the decline in respectful political debate and ways to respond to this trend.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Man Unlawfully Retained Classified National Defense Documents, Prosecutors Say
A Vienna man who has advised the Department of State is charged with unlawfully retaining national defense documents.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Costume Parades, Trunk Or Treat, Haunts: 2025 Halloween Events Around Ashburn
From haunted houses to trunk or treat and other Halloween fun, here's what the season will bring in and around Ashburn.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas-Based Greek Olive Oil Maker To Debut Cooking Classes
An olive oil maker that sources its products from the family's Greek farm will host new cooking classes in its space.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Ashes In Garbage Can Causes Fire At Home Near Alexandria City Limits
Fairfax County Fire and Rescue say a house fire near Alexandria city limits was traced back to an outside garbage can.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Free Roof for the Holidays Nominations Sought For 2025 Program
DryHome will give a free roof to a Northern Virginia person, family or organization in need for its annual holiday program.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
‘No Kings’ Protest Planned This Weekend In Woodbridge: What To Know
The second round of "No Kings" protests will include an event at a Woodridge area commuter lot.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
‘No Kings’ Protest Planned This Weekend In Vienna: What To Know
The second round of "No Kings" protests will include an event along a major Vienna route.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
'No Kings' Protest Planned This Weekend In Manassas: What To Know
The second round of "No Kings" protests will include an event along the sidewalks of a major Manassas route.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Beltway Express Lanes Extension Into Alexandria To Get Regional Board Vote
A regional board will consider whether the Express Lanes extension in Northern Virginia should be pursued. Take our poll on the proposal.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Costume Parades, Trunk Or Treat, Haunts: 2025 Halloween Events Around Manassas
From haunted houses to trunk or treat and other Halloween fun, here's what the season will bring in and around Manassas.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Project SAFE Owner Notes Challenges With Insurance Covering Therapy
An Alexandria mental health counselor discusses challenges with getting therapy covered by insurance and the rise of anxiety among clients.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Free Native Tree Seedlings To Be Distributed To Vienna Residents
Vienna's Conservation and Sustainability Commission will give away seedlings of native plant species for residents to plant.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Costume Parades, Trunk Or Treat, Haunts: 2025 Halloween Events Around Woodbridge
From haunted houses to trunk or treat and other Halloween fun, here's what the season will bring in and around Woodbridge.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
49-Hour Work Week Starting For Alexandria Firefighters, Union Says
A new scheduling change reducing the work week from 56 hours for Alexandria's firefighters will improve work-life balance, the union says.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
