Manassas, VA|News|
Republican Christopher Stone Dropping Out Of Virginia House Race In Manassas
A Republican candidate in a district labeled leaning Democratic is no longer in the race.
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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Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Town Council Forum Set Before November 2025 Election
With Vienna Town Council and mayor on the ballot in November, a candidate forum will help residents learn about the candidates.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections: Dead Mouse, Live Roaches, Moldy Produce
Loudoun County health inspectors found a dead mouse, live roaches and pest droppings at one spot along with other eateries with violations.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Shooting Outside Restaurant Injures Man In Manassas Area, Suspect Sought
Prince William County Police are seeking a suspect in a shooting with one injury outside a restaurant.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Viral Food Truck Flavor Hive Sets Up In Manassas
A food truck with a large social media following for its customized "bring your own chips" walking taco is expanding its presence.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Bank Robberies In Woodbridge, Manassas Contribute To Guilty Plea
Bank robberies tied to the defendant included a Woodbridge attempt and Manassas bank robbery with GPS tracking leading to his arrest.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Vehicles Banned On One Block Of Alexandria Street
Alexandria City Council approved making a new block part of a permanent pedestrian zone not open to vehicular traffic.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Senior Home Sexual Assault | Data Center Battle | Confederate Name Ban | Swastika At School: VA News
School Bathroom Swastika | Confederate Name Ban | New VA Congressman | Physical Therapist's Assault | Theft From GMU Team | Flasher At Mall
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Pet Of The Week: A Curious, Independent Dog
Enthusiastic and curious are two words that sum up 2-year-old dog Hazel, who is available from the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Housing At Woodbridge Children's Sports Center Destroyed By Fire Approved
The Board of County Supervisors approved for-rent townhouses at the site of the Kid's Choice Sport & Fun Center that burned down.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Woodbridge Man Faces Arson Charge In Arlington Apartment Fire
A Woodbridge resident is one of three men facing arson charges tied to an apartment fire, according to Arlington County's fire department.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Where To Pick Apples Near Alexandria: 2025 Guide
Apple picking season is here, and there are options for pick-your-own apples and other fall activities near Alexandria.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Confederate, Segregation-Associated Street Names Banned By Loudoun Supervisors
The Board of Supervisors is prohibiting street names associated with the Confederacy and racial segregation after a new vote.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna's Chillin' On Church To Return For 1 More Event In 2025
Chillin' on Church will wrap up for the year with one last block party drawing neighbors to the Vienna Town Green.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Housing And Redevelopment Authority Leader Fired: Report
After a report revealed the CEO was living in public housing, the authority's board took action to fire him.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Old Town Manassas Art Show And Craft Fall Fair Returns In 2025
More than 60 vendors are expected to join the fall rendition of the Manassas art show and craft fair.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
10 Fall 2025 Concerts We’re Most Excited To See In Northern Virginia, D.C.
From classic rock acts to popular artists with major tours, here are some picks for fall concerts around Northern Virginia and D.C.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
No Active Threat To Manassas School Found: Police
Police and school officials were investigating a social media post affecting a Manassas public school on Thursday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
2 Woodbridge Shootings Linked To Suspect; Arrest Made: Police
A suspect linked to two shootings in Woodbridge has been arrested and charged. One of the shootings involved an injury.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Company To Expand Headquarters In Alexandria, Office In Fairfax County
A firm will create more than 1,200 jobs between expansions in Alexandria and Fairfax County, officials announced Thursday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
