Ashburn|News|
Casa Tequila Bar & Grill's Newest Location Opens In Ashburn Village
A restaurant known for its extensive tequila selections and Mexican fare is now open in Ashburn.
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|
Patrick Henry Library's Temporary Location Set For Opening
Fairfax County Public Library's temporary will open with a ribbon cutting and have limited services for patrons.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
6-Year-Old Girl Inappropriately Touched In Woodbridge Store, Police Make Arrest
Prince William County Police have charged a man they say sexually assaulted a 6-year-old girl.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna, Oakton Students Among Final 2025 National Merit Scholarship Winners
The final round of scholarships bring the National Merit Scholarship winners to over 7,100 nationwide.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Loudoun County Student Among Final 2025 National Merit Scholarship Winners
The final round of scholarships bring the National Merit Scholarship winners to over 7,100 nationwide.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria High School Student Among Final 2025 National Merit Scholarship Winners
The final round of scholarships bring the National Merit Scholarship winners to over 7,100 nationwide.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Up To 6 Inches Of Rain Possible In NoVA Monday, Flash Flood Watch Issued
After severe storms caused areas to flood last week, severe storms could dump 6 inches of rain on NoVA Monday, causing new flood risks.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas Weekend Shooting Injures 2 People: Police
City of Manassas Police continue to investigate a shooting that injured two people.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Pet Of The Week: Reggie Brings The Puppy Energy
Reggie's adoption fee is covered through July 13 as part of the Red, White & Woof Adoption Event.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
80-Year-Old Sexually Assaulted | ICE Courthouse Arrests | Road Rage Shooting | Cop Charged: VA News
Home Explosion Trial | GOP Office Vandalism | Au Pair Murders | Feds Investigate University | Potomac River Rescue | ICE Courthouse Arrests
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Rief Re-Elected As Alexandria School Board Chair, Harris Chosen As New Vice Chair
The Alexandria School Board chose its leadership roles for the new school year during its organizational meeting Thursday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
E-Scooter Rider Dies After Crash In Manassas Area: Police
Prince William County Police say a driver was driving without a license in the crash that killed an e-scooter rider.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Birthday Celebration: Guide To 2025 Fireworks
Many of the July 4 fireworks events have passed, but Alexandria's event is set for this weekend. Here's what to know.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
ICE Makes Arrests At Prince William County Courthouse, Advocates Speak Out
While some officials voiced support for ICE making arrests at courthouses, immigrant advocates have criticized the practice.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Hobby Lobby Sexual Assault Of 80-Year-Old Woman Reported In Woodbridge
Prince William County Police are investigating a sexual assault of an 80-year-old woman in a retail store.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Bank Robbery In Loudoun County Leads To Arrest
The sheriff's office has located and arrested a suspect in an armed bank robbery.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Ashburn Resident Starts The Reading Chamber For Young Adult Books
An Ashburn resident's online bookstore has gotten the attention of Buzzfeed for its themed book box subscription option.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Patrick Henry Library Temporary Location Opening Expected In Late July
The opening of a temporary Patrick Henry Library was delayed after the main location closed for construction in early May.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
ORBCOMM Inc. To Establish Global Headquarters In Loudoun County
An industrial technology company will expand its current presence in Loudoun County by moving its global headquarters.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Virtual Virginia Academy To Be Added At Manassas City Public Schools
The Manassas City School Board approved an agreement to introduce the Virtual Virginia Academy as an option for students.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
