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How NOVA Patch Covered Bin Laden's Death

From reactions to Virginia's role in the mission

If you’re looking for localized coverage of Virginia and Washington, D.C.’s response after the death of Osama bin Laden, look no further.

Georgetown Patch: Muslim Community Leaders Welcome News of Osama bin Laden's Death
The leaders of two Muslim community organizations in D.C. expressed relief Monday at the news of the death of Osama bin Laden. The Muslim Public Affairs Council (MPAC) and the Islamic Society of North America (ISNA) together called on Americans to close this chapter of history and to put behind them the "perverted" ideology held by Osama bin Laden and the minority of Muslims who followed him. 

Vienna Patch: Video: Commuters React To Osama Bin Laden's Death
On September 11, 2001, it took Brooklyn native John Carey seven hours to get from hisoffice in Washington, D.C. to the Vienna metro station."[The day] was crazy, the whole town ... cell phones didn't work," Carey said. "I definitely remember it like it was yesterday."

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Lake Ridge-Occoquan Patch: Local Muslims Happy to Hear of Bin Laden’s DeathAs local residents have reacted to the news of Osama bin Laden's death with happiness and concern, local Muslims expressed relief and prayed for an end to violence around the world.“We are happy just like every American,” said Mohammed Mehboob, director of the Muslim Association of Virginia, based in the Dale City area.
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Fairfax City: Osama's Dead: Fairfax Photographer Captures White House Celebrations
It wasn't chilly, damp or late enough to deter locals from celebrating in front of the White House hours after President Barack Obama announced Osama bin Laden's death Sunday night. Fairfax photographer Sean Kelley and Councilman Dan Drummond stopped by join the revelry. Click the thumbnails to browse Kelley's gallery.

Dale City Patch: Local Military Community Reacts to bin Laden’s Death
With the news of the U.S. military operation that killed al-Qaida leader Osama bin Laden, members of the local military community are honoring the years of service that brought about the death of the 9/11 mastermind, but say there is plenty of work still ahead.

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Herndon Patch: Wolf, ADAMS Release Statements on Death of bin Laden
Earlier today both Rep. Frank Wolf (R-10) and the All Dulles Area Muslim Society released statements on the death of Osama bin Laden. Wolf said, “Justice, indeed, has been served.

Annandale Patch: Locals React to bin Laden’s Death
Months before the 10th anniversary of the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, President Barack Obama announced Sunday evening that American military forces in Pakistan killed Osama bin Laden, ending the decade long search for the al-Qaida leader.

Fredericksburg Patch: Osama Brings Cheers to City Bars
Unlike in other cities, the late breaking news of the death of Osama bin Laden did not materialize into any spontaneous street side celebrations, however it did cause a stir in some Fredericksburg establishments.

Leesburg & Ashburn Patches: Locals React to bin Laden’s Death
A range of motions has been displayed in the wake of Osama bin Laden’s death. Less than 24 hours after learning of the Navy Seal mission that killed the figurehead of al-Qaida – the terrorist group responsible for the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks on the United States – residents locally were unsure what to make of the news.

Centreville Patch: Justice Delivered for Osama bin Laden
Osama bin Laden was killed at a compound in Pakistan, President Barack Obama said in a late-night address to the nation Sunday. "For over two decades, bin Laden has been al-Qaida’s leader and symbol, and has continued to plot attacks against our country and our friends and allies.  The death of bin Laden marks the most significant achievement to date in our nation’s effort to defeat al-Qaida," Obama said.
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Hybla Valley Patch: Fairfax County Residents React to Osama bin Laden's Death Local reaction was mixed today to the death of terrorist Osama bin Laden: Glad the United States pulled it off, but wary about what could be waiting around the corner.

Reston Patch: Plum Is Proud of Virginia-based SEALS' Role in Strike on Bin Laden
Del. Ken Plum (D-Reston) says he is proud that a Navy Seal team from Virginia Beach reportedly was responsible for the mission to kill Al Qaida leader Osama Bin Laden.

Woodbridge Patch: Locals awoke Monday morning to the news that Osama bin Laden was killed by United States special forces on Sunday.

Manassas & Manassas Park Patches: Local Muslim Community Reacts to News of Bin Laden's Death
Manassas resident and Muslim Abdul Rahman Talib bin was studying at the Prince William County Islamic Center on Mathis Avenue the day after bin Laden's death when he was asked how he feels about the news.

Burke Patch: Sharing Thoughts About Osama bin Laden's Death
of Burke and Springfield residents speaking on what bin Laden’s death means to them.

Oakton Patch:
After news broke Osama bin Laden was dead, many people took to Twitter to give their reactions.


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