Vienna, VA|News|
Summer On The Green, Kids On The Green Return To Vienna In 2025
Vienna's Town Green will be filled with live performances starting in early June. See the schedule for the free shows.
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|
Officers Honored For Recovery Of Abducted Special Needs Child
Manassas officers are receiving a Medal of Merit for their role in finding a special needs child and stolen car.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Woodbridge Man Caught In Burglary Same Day As Jail Release
Fairfax County Police say the man burglarized a home and stole a car the same day he was released from jail.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Viral Food Truck Flavor Hive To Open Alexandria Restaurant
A food truck that has gone viral for its bring-your-own chips walking taco and other specialties is planning a permanent location.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Missing Endangered Man In Woodbridge Found Safe
Prince William County Police have located a missing man who they believe may need assistance.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Pitango Gelato, Italian Gelato Shop, Seeking Loudoun County Location
A regional gelato shop that makes products on a farm is scouting Loudoun County for a new location.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Metro To Introduce Better Bus Network: See Vienna Impacts
Metro's overhaul of its bus system has changes that impact travel around two Vienna area stations.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Homicide In National Park Leads To Guilty Plea For Alexandria Woman
Prosecutors say an Alexandria woman traveled more than 300 miles and fatally shot a man in a national park.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Permanent Speed Camera Program Up For Approval In Prince William Co.
Prince William County supervisors will also consider extending a red light camera program that has experienced delays in launching.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Medicare Billing Scheme Leads To Sentence For Vienna Residents
Prosecutors say a portion of the funds obtained through Medicare went to a Russian-based businessperson.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
National Hamburger Day In VA: Where To Score Freebies And Discounts
Various restaurants with Virginia locations are offering deals for National Hamburger Day.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Artist Lease Extensions Planned As Torpedo Factory's Future Considered
Alexandria City Council is taking temporary action on some artist leases as it seeks future operators for the Torpedo Factory Art Center.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Woodbridge 2-Vehicle Crash Kills Driver: Police
Police say the crash happened at a flashing traffic signal in the Woodbridge area.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Graduating Marshall Senior To Begin Next Chapter In LA
A standout star in Marshall High School's recent musical is headed to LA to continue pursuing acting and theater.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Ashburn, Loudoun Businesses: Profile Your Business With Patch In 2025
Want to update locals on your business in 2025? Patch is profiling new and existing businesses around Ashburn in our news coverage.
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Vienna, VA|News|
Stop Sign Violation Enforcement Effort Starts In Vienna
Police are increasing enforcement of stop sign violations and other traffic violations as part of an annual campaign.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Medical Debt Eliminated By Prince William County Church Fundraising
A church based in Prince William County fundraised to purchase medical debt in collections. Then it forgave all the debt.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Glory Days Grill Suddenly Closes Alexandria Location
A sports bar chain founded in Northern Virginia has closed its Alexandria location.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Painted Tree Boutiques Plans Grand Opening For Second Loudoun Location
A retail store with plentiful small businesses inside is preparing to hold a grand opening for its second location in Loudoun County.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Man Injured In Memorial Day Weekend Woodbridge Shooting
Police believe masked suspects fired shots at a group in a community park.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
