Vienna, VA|News|
Capital Fundraising Eyed For Vienna Fitness Center And Pool
Ahead of Vienna Town Council considering a temporary meals tax hike, members discussed a way to supplement fitness center and pool funding.
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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Ashburn|News|
Landfill Disposal Fees Increasing In Loudoun County
Loudoun County is set to increase fees for waste disposal based on the landfill's projected revenues and expenses.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Gator Spotted At Fairfax County Motel: See Video
A caller reported an alligator was present outside the motel room, leading to a police response.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
House Of Delegates 21 Primary: Candidates, How To Vote
Tuesday's primary in part of Prince William County will determine a nominee for a competitive House of Delegates district.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Lt. Governor, Attorney 2025 Primary Election: Candidates, How To Vote
While some candidates are decided for the November ballot, Tuesday's statewide primary will set nominees in several races.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Juneteenth Festival, Concert, Bus Tour To Be Held In Alexandria
Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of slavery in the U.S., will be commemorated with various events in Alexandria.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Juneteenth Festival With Fireworks To Be Held In Woodbridge
Juneteenth, which celebrates the end of slavery in the U.S., will be commemorated with a festival and fireworks in Prince William County.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Girl Raped For 3 Years | ICE Arrests | Bus Stop Stabbing | Skimmer In Store: VA News
Skimming Device | No Bomb Threat Charge | Casino Developer Donations | Helping Lost Girl | Missing Man's Body Near Crash | CIA Israel Leak
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Leesburg, VA|News|
Graduating Leesburg Seniors Find Value In Volunteer Firefighting Service
Volunteer firefighters who joined during high school are now graduating seniors, and their commitment to community service continues.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria City High School Principal Headed To Arlington Public Schools
The two most recent principals at Alexandria's high school have accepted positions with Arlington County high schools.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Bomb Threat To Montclair School Prompts No Charge For Teen
Prince William County Police say an alternative to criminal charges is being pursued in a bomb threat case.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas Restaurant Inspections: Improper Procedures For Allergens
Prince William County health inspectors found violations like encrusted dirt buildup and undated foods during recent restaurant inspections.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections: Rodent Droppings Found At 2 Eateries
Loudoun County health inspectors found rodent dropping violations at multiple places during June inspections.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Free Student Meals To Be Offered At Manassas Schools In Summer 2025
As schools let out for the summer, students can get free breakfast and lunch at select Manassas City Public Schools locations.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
ICE Makes Arrests At Loudoun Immigration Court, Advocates Respond
Arrests happened at an immigration court, and the sheriff's office has addressed criticism of its ICE cooperation and enforcement practices.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Temporary Library, Hardware Store Coming To Cedar Park Shopping Center
New changes are coming to a shopping center in Vienna to fill vacancies and bring new visitors.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Former CIA Analyst From Vienna Sentenced For Leak
A Vienna resident who worked for the CIA was sentenced to prison in connection with a leak of classified details about a foreign ally.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Skimming Device Found Inside Montclair Store: Police
A skimming device, which steals victims' card information, was present for an unknown time inside a convenience store.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Wildfire Smoke, Heat Contribute To Code Orange Air Quality Alert Issued In NoVA
Smoke from Canadian wildfires continues to move into Virginia. When combined with heat, it can harm the state's air quality.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Death Of Woman In Parking Lot Investigated In Bull Run Area
Prince William County Police are investigating a death of a woman found inside a vehicle at a shopping center.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
