Manassas, VA|News|
Where To Enjoy 2025 Easter Brunch In Manassas
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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Ashburn|News|
Afghan Immigrant's Dream Achieved With New Loudoun Business
Fereba Kailani opened her own business, and it's named in honor of her 5-year-old grandaughter battling Crohn's disease.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
League Manager During Integration Honored By Vienna Little League
Vienna Little League's Opening Day spotlighted a longtime supporter and the league's first Black coach during integration.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|News|
Cappies Review: 'A Midsummer Night's Dream-ish' At Meridian High
A student reviews "A Midsummer Night's Dream-ish" at Meridian High School, which was performed from April 3 to 5.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Carpenter's Shelter Tops Spring2Action 2025 Donation Recipients
Donors raised more than $2.9 million for nearly 200 nonprofits during the latest Spring2Action organized by ACT for Alexandria.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Garbage Truck Fire Causes Road Closure In Manassas: Police
Police and fire responded to a fire in a garbage truck Thursday morning in Manassas, prompting a road closure in the area.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Feds Seek To Deport Accused Top MS-13 Leader After Dale City Arrest
Court documents show the federal government plans to deport rather than prosecute the reputed leader of the MS-13 gang on the East Coast.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Decreasing Crime, Goals Outlined By Alexandria Police Chief
Alexandria's new police chief shared how crime numbers stand, as well as initiatives to address crime hot spots and his goals.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Where To Enjoy 2025 Easter Brunch In Vienna
Vienna-area restaurants are offering specials or accepting reservations for dining on the upcoming Easter holiday.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Woodbridge Restaurant Inspections: Contaminant Spread By Cooler Fans
Prince William County health inspectors found a restaurant with long-term buildup of food contaminants and other recent violations.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
2 School Renamings Get Public Hearing Ahead Of Loudoun School Board
Proposed renamings of two Loudoun County public schools are going to a public hearing after new names have been suggested.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Route 28 Bypass Funding To Be Reimbursed By Prince William County
Prince William County supervisors agreed to reimburse spent regional funds on the Route 28 bypass project after its cancellation.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Bicyclist Struck In Alexandria Crash, Sent To Hospital: Police
Alexandria Police are investigating a Wednesday morning crash involving a bicycle and a vehicle.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Spring2Action 2025: Nonprofits Serving Alexandria Seek Donations
Alexandria's 15th annual day of giving Spring2Action will be held on Wednesday, and early giving is already underway.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Gas Leak Causes Traffic Impacts In Manassas: Police
Police and gas crews are on the scene of a gas leak, causing the potential for traffic delays on surrounding roads.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Harris Pavilion Events To Continue As Manassas Delays Renovations
The Harris Pavilion ice rink renovations face delays, which means more events can be held during the warmer months this year.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Interfaith Seder With Jewish Chef Returns To Vienna Church
As a church gets ready to celebrate Easter, it will also share a Passover meal through a partnership with a Jewish chef.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Ineligible PPP Loan Leads Lake Ridge Association To Make Settlement
Federal prosecutors made a settlement with a Lake Ridge homeowners association, as a whistleblower showed it was ineligible for a PPP loan.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Invasive Strep Infection Risk Spikes, Study Warns: What To Know In VA
Virginia's cases of an invasive form of strep infections spiked in recent years, according to state health department data.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Rai's Pizza Closes At Ashburn Ice House, Prepares For Relocation
Rai's Pizza, a staple at the Ashburn Ice House, is moving to another location in Ashburn.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
