May 2: React to Bin Laden's Death Today on Patch

Check this list everyday for a glimpse at what's happening around West Islip... from school events to sports games and Town of Islip functions, there is a sampling of everything.  We'll also preview and tease upcoming stories.

• With President Obama's recent announcement of Osama Bin Laden's death, we want your reactions.  Were you directly affected by 9/11?  Did you know someone who was injured or killed and find solace now that Bin Laden has been killed? 

We want to know what you think of this breaking, shocking news.  Email anthonyv@patch.com or throw some comments up. 

• If you missed the local police blotter from Saturday, you can view it here.  

• There's a bone marrow screening at Good Sam today from 6 a.m.-9 p.m.  For the full story of what the day is all about, from Sachem editor Chris Vaccaro. 
• See what one of your fellow residents had to say about the current school budget in a letter he wrote to the editor.  Look for it to be posted around 10 a.m.
• And of course, you musn't forget our today,  especially since the college postseason is right around the corner.  See who helped their teams to key victories this past week.

• Varsity Action:

SJB @ St. Anthony's: Boys volleyball, 4:15 p.m.

Sacred Heart @ SJB: Girls lacrosse, 4:15 p.m.

SJB @ Kellenberg: Baseball, 4:30 p.m.

St Anthony's @ SJB: Softball, 4:30 p.m.