Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
These Are The 19 Safest Virginia Hospitals, New Report Says
Several hospitals in Northern Virginia were among those recognized by Healthgrades for safety and patient experience.
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|
Higher Tax Rate Affecting Data Centers Considered In PWC
The Board of County Supervisors set the maximum tax rates that can be adopted during the current county budget process.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Person Of Interest Identified In Missing VA College Student Search
Authorities have identified a person of interest in the search for Sudiksha Konanki of Virginia, who is missing in the Dominican Republic.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Loudoun County's Scrape For The Grape Returns In 2025
Spotted lanternfly egg masses are the target of Scrape for the Grape, as the invasive insect can be harmful to farm and winery crops.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Young Men's Service League's Community Service Helps NoVA Nonprofit
The Hunter Mill chapter of the Young Men's Service League completed its Ultimate Gift project to help a nonprofit with widespread programs.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Prince William County Woman Scammed Out Of $130K: Police
Prince William County Police have charged two people in a scam investigation affecting a 77-year-old victim.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Alexandria Bookstore Affected By Fire Opening In New Location
Not long after opening, a fire affected a bookstore and two other businesses. Now the bookstore is preparing its new location.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Dean Park Improvements To Get Ribbon Cutting In Manassas
New pickleball courts are part of the Dean Park improvements being celebrated with a ribbon cutting in Manassas.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Old Ox Brewery To Close After 11 Years In Ashburn
A favorite for beers in Ashburn is preparing to close despite an effort to keep the business open with new ownership at the location.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
School Bus Passing Enforcement With Fines To Launch In Fairfax County
After a warning period, $250 citations will be issued through school bus arm cameras for passing a stopped school bus.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
2 Alexandria Lottery Winners Score Six-Figure Prizes
Two Alexandria women had luck on their side with six-figure top prizes in the Virginia Lottery.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
18 Violations At 1 Place: Woodbridge Restaurant Inspections
Prince William County health inspectors found 18 violations at one location, including "visible soil" on walls and floors.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Child Abduction In Ashburn Leads To Arrest
The sheriff's office said a 3-year-old was taken by force, and the mother was able to rescue her child.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna's Parks And Recreation Long-Term Vision Closer To Final Review
The Town of Vienna's parks and recreation will have a community session as it develops its long-term plan for future priorities.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Driver's License-Scanning Technology Coming To PWC Landfill
Prince William County is planning to upgrade its county residency checks, including to determine fees for town and outside city residents.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
State Department Employee Shared National Defense Info: Prosecutors
A man from Alexandria was charged in federal court in relation to sharing information with others and receiving payments, prosecutors say.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Worldwide Alert Sought For VA Student Missing In Dominican Republic
Authorities have sought a worldwide missing person alert in the search for VA college student Sudiksha Konanki in the Dominican Republic.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Manassas Line Purchase Secured For Virginia Railway Express: Report
Buying the Manassas Line is part of a greater plan to improve train service and add weekend service in the future.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Fraudulent Immigration Lawyer Sentenced In Fairfax County
Eleven victims had testified about a fake lawyer that claimed to provide services like immigration visas and work permits, prosecutors say.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Pedestrian Block Extension's Next Phase To Begin In Alexandria
A pedestrian block adjacent to two permanent pedestrian blocks will resume for much of 2025.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
