Ashburn|News|
Invasive Plant Species Grant Program Launch Draws Crowd At Loudoun Winery
Officials shared the benefits of combating invasive plant species in a packed room of property owners at a Loudoun County winery.
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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Manassas, VA|News|
Swastika Found In Prince William County School Bathroom: Police
Prince William County Police say derogatory language and a swastika appeared in a school bathroom.
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Vienna, VA|News|
Safety Service Patrol Member Killed In Crash Called Vienna Home
A VDOT Safety Service Patrol member who was killed while assisting a driver raised his family in Vienna.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Carjacking In Fairfax County Leads To Arrest Of Alexandria Man, Teen
Fairfax County Police said a "find my phone" app helped locate the stolen vehicle.
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Manassas, VA|News|
National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists From PW County, Manassas Named For 2026
Semifinalists from Prince William and Manassas schools are in the running for the next round of National Merit Scholarships in 2026.
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Vienna, VA|News|
National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists From Vienna, Oakton Named For 2026
Semifinalists from numerous Vienna and Oakton schools are in the running for the next round of National Merit Scholarships in 2026.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Lidl To Hold Grand Opening For New Store In Woodbridge
Lidl, a German discount grocery store chain that expanded to the U.S., will open a new location in Woodbridge.
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Ashburn|News|
9/11 Remembrance Ceremonies To Be Held In 2025 In Loudoun County
Remembrance ceremonies will be held in Loudoun County amid the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
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Vienna, VA|News|
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony To Be Held In 2025 In Vienna
A remembrance ceremony will be held in Vienna amid the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony To Be Held In 2025 In Woodbridge
A remembrance ceremony will be held in Woodbridge amid the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists From Alexandria Named For 2026
Semifinalists from numerous Alexandria schools are in the running for the next round of National Merit Scholarships in 2026.
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Ashburn|News|
National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists From Loudoun County Named For 2026
Semifinalists from numerous Loudoun County schools are in the running for the next round of National Merit Scholarships in 2026.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Digital Gateway Appeal Sought By Prince William County Supervisors
After a judge struck down the massive data center complex's zoning, county supervisors will appeal the ruling.
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Ashburn|News|
Business Robbery In Ashburn Leads To Search For Suspect
A suspect is being sought by the Loudoun County Sheriff's Office for a robbery at a business in Ashburn.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Washington DC|News|
3 VA, DC Restaurants Among 50 Best In U.S., New York Times Says In Ranking
Editors and reporters had 200 meals to determine the ranking of the best restaurants in 2025. Three in Virginia and DC made the list.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony To Be Held In 2025 In Alexandria
A remembrance ceremony will be held in Alexandria amid the 24th anniversary of the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Where To Pick Apples Near Woodbridge: 2025 Guide
Apple picking season is here, and there are options for pick-your-own apples and other fall activities near Woodbridge.
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Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Town Council Appoints Shelley Kozlowski As New Town Clerk
The new town clerk replacement will return to the Town of Vienna after serving a role in the City of Fairfax.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Neapolitan Pizzeria Pupatella Sets Opening Date For Alexandria Location
Pupatella, known for its Neapolitan pizzas, is ready to welcome customers at its location in Alexandria.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Salary Increases Approved For Manassas Mayor, City Council; Mayor Shares Opposition
The Manassas mayor indicated she would not take the increased salary amount after City Council's approval.
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