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.
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Following the opening of the Ashburn Recreation and Community Center, there will be several days of free admission and activities.
Armed robberies involving dozens of stolen cell phones and assaults on victims have led to three sentences in federal court.
The free MetroFest will give riders a closer look at the people and services behind D.C.'s Metro system.
Local officials around Prince William County and Manassas will launch a new initiative to address low food pantry supplies.
Giveaways and discounts at Woodbridge's outlet mall are coming up as families and teachers are preparing for the new school year.
Thompson Restaurants has replaced Hen Quarter with a new restaurant specializing in brunch and other Southern fare.
Heat index values will approach 110 degrees on Friday across NoVA, while storms could provide a break from high temperatures and humidity.
A recycling location serving eastern Loudoun County is back after another facility closed last year.
Witches and wizards alike can attend two upcoming Harry Potter-inspired events, but get tickets before they sell out.
A business delivering high-end pumpkin assortments is preparing for a busy fall season with hundreds or potentially over 1,000 clients.
A skimming device, which steals victims' card information, was present for an unknown time inside a store.
A groundbreaking will be held for a new roundabout being constructed by a developer.
Prince William County Police believe a medical emergency led to a crash with multiple trees struck.
Vienna's Patrick Henry Library moved to a temporary location as construction gets closer on the expanded permanent library.
A dog groomer in Alexandria is facing animal cruelty charges, including one tied to the death of a dog.
Businesses in Old Town, Del Ray and beyond will offer special discounts during the three-day Sidewalk Sale.
Jet is ready for his second chance with a forever family after being rescued on the day he was scheduled to be euthanized.
A father is now charged with homicide in a 4-month-old baby's death, according to Prince William County.
A trail alongside the railroad tracks is being considered as a long-distance option for pedestrians and bicyclists.
Sales tax will be waived on certain items during Virginia's upcoming three-day sales tax holiday. Here's what you can buy tax-free and when.
