Ashburn|News|
Loudoun County Schools Make Schedule Changes For Feb. 6
With wintry weather expected, Loudoun County Public Schools have made a decision about Thursday morning.
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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Manassas, VA|News|
Route 28 Bypass Project Ended By Prince William County Supervisors
With a 5-3 vote, the Board of County Supervisors is no longer pursuing a bypass as a way to address increasing Route 28 traffic.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
Old Town North Office-To-Residential Project Set For 2026 Completion
Developer Carr Properties has announced a joint venture as it works to covert a vacant office building into a residential community.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
Increased LCPS Budget Approved, Reduction To DEI Initiative Rejected
School board members approved several budget amendments but not a request to reduce diversity, equity and inclusion funds.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Home Depot Approved For Gordon Plaza Revitalization In Woodbridge
The vacant Gordon Plaza is planned for revitalization with a Home Depot store as an anchor.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
First Of 3 Winter Storms Aims For NoVA
A freezing rain, snow and sleet mix could be the first of winter storm chances in a storm-filled early February.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
I-95 Crash In Prince William County Kills Driver, Leads To Charge
A Fredericksburg driver has been charged in Tuesday afternoon fatal crash on Interstate 95, according to Virginia State Police.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Reserve Valentine’s Day Tables Now At Woodbridge's Top Restaurants
If you're looking for a romantic dinner for two, here are some of the options for Valentine's Day dining.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Cappies Review: 'Mamma Mia!' At Osbourn Park High School
A student reviews the recent performance of the musical "Mamma Mia!" at Osbourn Park High School.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
After D.C. Plane Crash, Candlelight Vigil Planned In Alexandria
A candlelight vigil honoring the 67 victims of the plane collision with a military helicopter will be held at an Alexandria park.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Black History Month Programs Planned In Vienna During February
Historic Vienna, Inc. will run a Black History Month program and exhibit focusing on Black families with history in Vienna.
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Manassas, VA|News|
Jersey Mike's Opening New Manassas Location With Donations To Schools
On the first three days of opening, 100 percent of sales at Jersey Mike's Subs will go toward local schools.
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Ashburn|News|
Federal Employees Share Concerns At Congressman's Loudoun Town Hall
In a packed room at the Loudoun County Government Center, federal employees and contractors shared concerns about the administration.
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Woodbridge, VA|News|
Infant Thrown To Ground During Montclair Dispute: Police
An infant was injured during a domestic dispute, leading to a child neglect charge, according to Prince William County Police.
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Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
D.C. Plane Crash Kills Alexandria Mother, Figure Skater Daughter
A girl with a passion for figure skating and her mother, originally from Ukraine, were among victims of the deadly plane collision.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
Fatal Child Neglect | Chuck E. Cheese Nudity | DC Plane Crash: VA News
Neglect, Death Of Child | Busy Air Traffic Concern | School Policies On ICE | Travel For Child Sex | Push For Trump Airport | Teen Homicide
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Old Town Alexandria, VA|News|
13+ Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Old Town Alexandria
If you want to grab drinks and food during the big game, here are some of the best places to visit around Old Town Alexandria.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Vienna, VA|News|
Fairfax County's Ilia Malinin Took Same Route As Deadly Crash
Ilia Malinin, a figure skating champion from Fairfax County, was on the same route from Wichita two days before the deadly crash.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Ashburn|News|
'We're Grieving': Ashburn Mourns Figure Skaters Lost In DC Plane Crash
Residents are paying tribute to victims of the DC plane crash; some figure skaters who died had frequented the Ashburn Ice House.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
Woodbridge, VA|News|
Winter Weather Damage Closes Pier At Leesylvania State Park
Virginia State Parks attributed damages to the fishing pier to extreme winter weather and ice.
Emily Leayman, Patch Staff
