Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
High-Crash Intersections In Alexandria Considered For Safety Boosts
The city government is considering safety improvements for seven intersections identified as high-crash areas.
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|
Ashburn, Sterling Restaurant Inspections: 'Visibly Spoiled' Foods
The Loudoun County Health Department found a pink substance in an ice machine, soiled utensils or equipment, and more violations.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
EatLoco Open Air Market Debuts At Dulles Town Center
The Dulles Town Center, promoted as Loudoun County's first open air market for vendors beyond food producers, is now operating weekly.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Easter Egg Hunts, Easter Bunny Events Around Alexandria In 2025
While tickets to the popular Lee-Fendall House egg hunts are sold out, here are other Easter egg hunts in Alexandria.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
TSA PreCheck Enrollment Event Planned At AAA Tysons Corner
To get through airport security lines faster, residents can enroll in TSA PreCheck at upcoming events in Tysons.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
OmniRide Routes Experience Crowding With Federal Return To Office
OmniRide says two routes will have more trips added, but budget restraints limit how many expansions the bus service can provide.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Watch: Bald Eagle Released In Loudoun County After Recovery
Spectators gathered to watch a bald eagle release following treatment for a fracture and lead poisoning, a growing concern for bald eagles.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Strong Storms, Possible Tornadoes In VA Forecast Monday
Thunderstorms are expected to move across the DC region Monday, with the chance of more severe storms with isolated hail and a tornado.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Missing Manassas Man Last Seen Fishing In Dumfries Found Safe
Prince William County Police have now located the man who didn't return home after fishing.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Osbourn High School's Music Program Receives Blue Ribbon Award
The Blue Ribbon Award at Osbourn High School was due to high ratings of orchestra, choir and band programs in state assessments.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
LCPS Superintendent Addresses U.S. Education Dept Uncertainty
Superintendent Aaron Spence addressed concerns about the federal government's plan to eliminate the Department of Education.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Roaches, Signs Of Rodents: Health Citations At VA Restaurants
Health inspectors found signs of rodent activity, debris buildup on soda nozzles and cockroaches at some Northern Virginia restaurants.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Cybertruck Races Lambo | $190K Ulta Theft | Gang Jail Attack: VA News
Tree-Cutting Backlash | Homicide On Ring Camera | Top MS-13 Leader Arrest | Fed Attorney Death | Driving Into Gun Store | Federal Job Cuts
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
New Speed Cameras, Speed Limit Reductions Coming To Alexandria
The City of Alexandria is introducing additional school zone speed cameras, plus speed limit reductions on two streets with 35 mph limits.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Scrapped Hotel Plan In Alexandria Proposed As Multifamily Development
A 49-unit residential building proposed at the site of a cancelled hotel project includes use of an existing historic townhouse.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Burke, VA|News|
Burke Resident's Photography Book Explores Berlin's Graffiti
A Burke resident has self-published a book to capture the prevalence of graffiti, particularly after the 1989 fall of the Berlin Wall.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Tractor-Trailer, Truck Crash On Route 28 Kills 1 Person: State Police
UPDATE: Virginia State Police said the crash that caused miles of backups on Route 28 Thursday was fatal.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
W&OD Trail Tree Cutting Criticism Prompts Dominion Energy Response
Dominion Energy provided an explanation on its clear cutting of trees along a section of the W&OD Trail and its future plans.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Sprinkler System Helps Contain Fire At Woodbridge Home
Prince William County Fire and Rescue said a sprinkler system activated during the fire, helping to contain the spread.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Handmade By LMAC To Hold Grand Opening For Larger One Loudoun Store
A grand opening date is set for the larger Handmade by LMAC at One Loudoun in Ashburn.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
