Woodbridge, VA|News|
New Tariffs Take Effect: What That Could Mean For VA Consumers
As new tariffs take effect, Democratic lawmakers have shared concerns about the impact on costs for consumers and businesses.
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|
New Bus Routes Into Loudoun Up For Public Comment Ahead Of Launch
Loudoun County is seeking input on its approved pilot program for commuter buses from Prince William County and Frederick, Maryland.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Greater Manassas St. Patrick’s Day Parade 2025: Route, Schedule
Irish pride and entertainment will descend upon Manassas with the annual St. Patrick's Day Parade.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Stabbing In Sterling Kills Man, Arrest Made: Sheriff's Office
An Alexandria man was charged in a stabbing outside a Sterling home. The victim died of his injuries at the hospital.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Leaf Blower Regulations, Ban Considered In Alexandria
More restrictions or a ban on gas-powered leaf blowers are being considered in Alexandria. Two community meetings are scheduled.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Del Ray, VA|News|
Taylor Swift-Themed Pop-Up Bar Debuts In Del Ray
It's Taylor Swift's era — featuring all of the singer's eras — at the rotating pop-up bar in the Del Ray neighborhood.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
NoVA Ice Skaters Killed In D.C. Plane Crash Honored At Tribute
Figure skaters and coaches honored the victims of the DC plane crash, including the figure skating families from Northern VA, at a benefit.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
12 Virginia Hospitals Among Best In The U.S., New Ranking Says
Along with a ranking of the world's best hospitals, Newsweek included Virginia hospitals in the ranking of U.S. hospitals.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Loud'n Roasted Coffee Roasters Opens New Ashburn Location
Fans of Loud'n Roasted Coffee Roasters can find it in a new location, and coffee flights will be available at a later time.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Smart Growth To Safety: Strategic Goals Adopted By PWC Supervisors
The Prince William Board of County Supervisors set eight strategic plan goals to guide their priorities over the next four years.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Permanent Composting Site Sought In Vienna After Pilot Program
After a pilot program's success, Vienna's Conservation and Sustainability Commission touted the benefits of a permanent program.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Route 28 Widening Eyed After Bypass Project Cancellation
A supervisor, whose district the proposed bypass was in, issued a directive to add the widening to the county's transportation goals.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Child Sexual Exploitation | Plane Near-Miss | Toll Hike Fight: VA News
'Racially Hostile' School Setting | Cryptocurrency Scam | Students' Magic Mushroom Candy | Loud Coyotes On Video | Gunfire On School Grounds
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Potential Of Innovation Campus Touted At Ribbon Cutting
More than a thousand people attended the Virginia Tech opening in Alexandria, which protesters interrupted.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Trump Seeks Ideas On Moving Federal Agencies Out Of DC Region
The Trump administration ordered federal agencies to propose how to relocate from the DC region, which would affect the local economy.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
After Dulles Greenway Toll Hikes Rejected, Lawsuit Sought: Report
According to a media report, the Dulles Greenway owners are taking the toll hike battle to court.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Missing Man In Woodbridge Last Seen Leaving Hospital Found Safe
Prince William County Police have located the missing man last seen early Friday at the hospital in Woodbridge.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Federal Worker Resource Hub Launched By Loudoun County
Loudoun County has joined other localities in launching a resource hub seeks to help federal workers amid workforce reductions.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Recruiter Seeks To Help Federal Employees With Job-Hunting Tips
Amid the federal workforce reductions, the head of a NoVA recruiting firm is sharing insights on the job market and searching for a job.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Vienna Restaurant Week Returns In 2025 With 42 Participants
From the neighborhood favorite celebrating its 65th anniversary to trending new eateries, here's who is joining restaurant week.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
