Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna's August Chillin' On Church's Cancelled, 1 Left In September
The next Chillin' on Church block party will bring neighbors together and close sections of streets for pedestrian use.
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|
Storms Bring Flash Flooding Risk To Northern VA: See Latest Timing, Forecast
Heavy rainfall within a short amount of time could bring flooding to some areas of Northern Virginia on Wednesday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas Downtown Affordable Housing Being Studied, Feedback Sought
The City of Manassas is studying two properties for potential affordable housing near the downtown train station.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Occoquan Road Closure Planned For I-95 Interchange Project In Woodbridge
A road will be closed for the entire weekend for work related to an Interstate 95 interchange project, according to VDOT.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Former City Councilmember Mo Seifeldein Enters 8th District Congressional Race
A former member of Alexandria City Council will be a Democratic challenger in the eighth congressional district.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
12 Loudoun Vape Shops Cited In Underage Vape Shop Compliance Checks
The Loudoun County Sheriff's Office identified 12 shops selling age-restricted products to people posing as underage.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Meetings On Loudoun County's Invasive Plant Removal Program Planned
Property owners can learn about applying for a program on invasive plant species removals funded by Loudoun County.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
300th Anniversary Of Historic Barn Part Of Upcoming Barns At Wolf Trap Season
The Barns at Wolf Trap's upcoming season includes a celebration of the 300th anniversary of one of its historic barns.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Free Italian Ice, Specials Planned During Taste of Rita's In Woodbridge
The first 100 people at the Taste of Rita's event in Woodbridge will get free Italian ice. The location opened recently.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Fairfax Man Charged In Nokesville Crash Killing Motorcyclist, Injuring 2
Prince William County Police have charged a Fairfax driver in a crash in which two other vehicles collided, killing a motorcyclist.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
'Adopt A Rock' Initiative Started By Alexandria Resident Seeks To Spread Kindness
Alexandria residents can leave hand-painted rocks for others to adopt as part of a resident's effort to build community spirit.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
DC Summer Restaurant Week 2025: See Participating Vienna Eateries
Eateries in Vienna and around the region will offer special menus for Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
DC Summer Restaurant Week 2025: See Participating Ashburn Eateries
Eateries in Ashburn and around the region will offer special menus for Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Gainesville District Supervisor Election: Canvass To Decide Republican Nominees
A nominating canvass will be held for Gainesville District supervisor, while a Democratic nominee has been selected.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Free Car Washes Offered To School Employees At Mr Wash Car Wash In Alexandria
Mr Wash Car Wash is giving away free car washes at all of its locations as part of a back-to-school celebration.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
'Setting Precedents': Ashburn Neighbors Fight New Power Line Route Proposal
Neighbors in Ashburn feel blindsided by a new electric line route proposed by Dominion Energy that's on or near their properties.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Powerball Prize Doubled By Manassas Resident
A nurse from Manassas scored twice a runner-up prize in Powerball with a ticket bought in Woodbridge.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
5-Year-Old Extricated From Vehicle During DWI Crash In Dale City: Police
Prince William County Police responded to shootings and a DWI crash with a 5-year-old child in the car over the weekend.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
HomeGrown Kitchen Opens First Virginia Location In Alexandria
A new restaurant with breakfast, brunch and lunch menus has opened its doors on King Street in Alexandria.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas Townhouse Fire Injures 1, Displaced 5 People
A heavy fire at a townhouse displaced at least five people and injured one, Prince William County Fire and Rescue said.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
