Woodbridge, VA|News|
PWC Man Disguised As Amazon Driver In Armed Robberies Sentenced
Law enforcement found an Amazon vest used in some armed robberies in Fairfax and Prince William counties.
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.
Posting Activity
Ashburn|News|
Witnesses Sought In Ashburn Village Crash: Authorities
The sheriff's office is seeking witnesses in a Friday crash on Ashburn Village Boulevard.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Toddler Abduction | Home Arson | Fines For Passing School Bus: VA News
Local Budget Frustrations | Church Support For Immigrants | Scammed Out Of $130K | Shooting By Cop Not Prosecuted | Higher Data Center Tax
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
2025 Vienna Photo Show Returns To Community Center
The Vienna Photo Show will take place over two days, showcasing works from aspiring photographers around the region.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Attainable Housing Development Considered For Ashburn Park And Ride
The Board of Supervisors will consider development of 140 residential units designated as attainable housing for a former park and ride.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
'Adopt Me, I'm Irish' Event Spotlights Big Dogs At Alexandria Shelter
The big dogs at Alexandria's animal shelter are hoping to feel the luck of the Irish by finding a forever home.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
New Barnes & Noble Store To Open In Western PWC
As Barnes & Noble continues to experience recent growth of its stores, the latest will open in Prince William County.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Person Of Interest Says He Rescued Student Before Her Disappearance
The man named a person of interest in student Sudiksha Konanki's case told police he saved her from the water before she was went missing.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Officer Not Charged For Fatal Shooting Of Man In Lake Ridge: Police
Prosecutors are not pursuing charges against Prince William County officers in a fatal officer-involved shooting during a barricade.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Travel Trends, Business Openings: Visit Alexandria Shares 'What's New'
From new restaurants to economic development goals, here's what Visit Alexandria shared at its member meeting.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Inova Loudoun's Teddy Bear Clinic To Help Kids With Hospital Fears
A Teddy Bear Clinic will let children bring their stuffed animal for medical experiences, with an aim to ease anxieties about hospitals.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Amazon Fresh Store In Manassas Prepares To Close
The Amazon Fresh store, which was touted as the largest in the U.S. when it opened, announced its upcoming closure.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Wings For A Year To Be Offered At Restaurant's Manassas Opening
The first East Coast Wings + Grill location in Northern Virginia will have a free wings for a year offer for the first guests.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Man Charged In Hybla Valley Sexual Assault Attempt
Fairfax County Police say the attempted sexual assault happened after the suspect offered the victim a ride.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Real Estate Tax Bills Could Rise Despite Proposed Flat Tax Rate
The proposed Town of Vienna budget includes the same tax rate, but homes with higher assessed values would see tax bills increase.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Search For Missing VA College Student Includes Coral Reefs: Report
Two Loudoun County Sheriff's officials are in the Dominican Republic to help search for Sudiksha Konanki, who disappeared a week ago.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Garage Fire In Middle-Unit Sterling Townhouse Displaces 3
Fire investigators traced back the cause of a house fire to a vehicle in the garage, according to Loudoun County Fire and Rescue.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Time Mission At Manassas Mall To Host Free Battle Of The Teachers
Time Mission's grand opening will feature a PWC Battle of the Teachers and 50 percent of the day's proceeds donated to the PWCS foundation.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna-Based Credit Union Prepares For Government Shutdown Scenario
The Vienna-headquartered Navy Federal Credit Union is preparing to offer members 0 percent APR loans in the case of a federal shutdown.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Real Estate Tax Rate Increase Ruled Out For Alexandria Budget
In a 4-3 vote, Alexandria City Council ruled out a higher real estate tax rate, although assessment values could still increase tax bills.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
