Ashburn|News|
Where To Enjoy 2025 Easter Brunch In Ashburn
Restaurants are offering specials or accepting reservations for dining on the upcoming Easter holiday.
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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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Life-Saving CPR At Prince William Ice Center Earns Award For 3 Men
Prince William County Fire and Rescue honored three hockey players for their life-saving actions when a player had a medical emergency.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
'Anything Goes' Brings Broadway Musical Classics To Statesmen Theatre
The upcoming performance of Cole Porter's "Anything Goes" will be held on select dates in May at George C. Marshall High School.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Where To Enjoy 2025 Easter Brunch In Alexandria
Restaurants are offering specials or accepting reservations for dining on the upcoming Easter holiday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Teen's Fatal Shooting In Ashburn Leads To Arrest
A 19-year-old is facing a first-degree murder charge connected to the teen found in a vehicle outside a grocery store.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
1 Shot, 1 Injured In Brawl Outside Sports Bar In Woodbridge
Police say shots were fired during a brawl in the parking lot of a sports bar in Woodbridge.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
White's Ferry Reopening Pushed By MD With 'Last Chance Incentive'
Maryland officials provided an incentive in hopes of reaching an agreement to reopen ferry service between Loudoun and Montgomery counties.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Data Center's Energy Demand The Focus Of Next Panel Discussion
A panel including two elected officials will examine the power demands posed by data center growth in Prince William County.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Road Closure Affects Evergreen Mills Road In Brambleton: VDOT
The Virginia Department of Transportation says a key route around Brambleton will be closed during pipe work.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
'Armed And Dangerous' Robbery Suspect In Alexandria Arrested
The suspect who fired a gun during a robbery on King Street has been arrested, according to Alexandria Police.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
3rd-Grader's Gun | Trench Collapse Death | Gen Z Video Slays: VA News
Mass Shooting | 530 Jobs Cut | Child Sex Abuse Pics | Feds Seek Deportation In MS-13 Case | RFK Jr. Visits School | Guns In Carry-Ons |
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Where To Enjoy 2025 Easter Brunch In Woodbridge
Restaurants are offering specials or accepting reservations for dining on the upcoming Easter holiday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Go Fish! National Catch And Release Day Is April 12: Prince William County Government
National Catch and Release Day is a day to commend all anglers of varying skills who practice the catch and release method of fishing.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Pet Of The Week: Benny Is A Water Creature At Heart
Adoptable pet Benny loves all kinds of outdoor activities, but swimming is his favorite.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Walk On The Hill 2025 Showcases Picturesque Vienna Neighborhood
Vienna's Windover Heights neighborhood will be in bloom as visitors flock for tours of historic properties and gardens.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Worker Dies After Trench Collapse At Ashburn Construction Site
The trench collapse trapping a construction worker prompted a large emergency response in an area of Ashburn.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Rain May Put Damper On Weekend Events As Cherry Blossom Festival Wraps
Watch for rain in the forecast amid events like the Spring Garden Market, International Food Festival, Blossom Fest and more.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Librarian 'Slays' With Gen Z Slang To Promote Library Services
The vibes were immaculate for a library branch manager's video full of rizz promoting library services with Gen Z terms.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Road Rage Shooting Prompts Alexandria Man's Attempted Murder Charge
Maryland State Police say an Alexandria man fired a gun at a vehicle during a road rage incident.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Cappies Review: 'Mamma Mia' At Woodgrove High School
A student reviews the "Mamma Mia" performance at Woodgrove High School, which is making its debut in the Cappies program.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
