2018 in review

December 20, 2018

The midterm elections saw the Democratic party take control of both the New York State Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives. A mistrial was declared in the corruption trial of former Nassau County Executive Edward Mangano and his wife Linda, while ex-Oyster Bay Supervisor John Venditto was acquitted of all charges. We were riveted by the film about three Long Island triplets separated at birth and savored final meals at local restaurant staples that shut their doors. Explore the memorable moments of 2018 here.

Revisit the 25 top Long Island stories of 2018

These are some of the stories that defined Long Island in 2018.

Relive key moments of 2018

These are the top video moments of 2018.

The 15 best things we ate in 2018

Are you hungry?

LI's top 10 restaurants for fine dining in 2018

From don't-miss lamb vindaloo to 49-day dry-aged porterhouse, fine dining took some unexpected turns.

LI's top 10 restaurants for cheap eats in 2018

Top-notch Thai, transportive Jordanian food and more of this year's highlights.

Opinion: Newsday readers sound off on 2018's hot topics

A sampling of views from our readers throughout the year.

LI kids who found fame in 2018

Kids who appeared on "Genius Junior,” performed in "Jesus Christ Superstar," and more.

Long Island notable deaths of 2018

Long Island lost several notable people in 2018, including activists, first responders, teachers and students. Here’s a look back at the lives and legacy of some notable Long Islanders who died this year.

Celebrities who died in 2018

Remembering Penny Marshall, Stan Lee, Stephen Hillenburg, and more.

Notable sports deaths in 2018

A look at those athletes, coaches and sports personalities we lost in 2018.

LI stores that closed in 2018

Target, Toys R Us and more commercial staples that closed LI locations.

The biggest LI restaurant closures of 2018

From Ciao Baby to Dave’s Gone Fishing, see what closed in 2018.

Top 20 New York sports stars going into 2019

These aren't necessarily the best players, but they have the most star power.

The 8 best cookbooks of 2018

These cookbooks have the power to broaden your kitchen practice, or simply entertain.

Best books of 2018: 'Lake Success' and more

Titles that wowed us when we first read them — and still do.

Movies about LIers make critic's ranking of top 2018 films

Who would have thought 2018 would be such a great year for movies?

These are the best TV shows our critic watched in 2018

Critic Verne Gay picks his top 25 shows, including "The Americans" and "Better Call Saul."

The 10 most intriguing people to grace TV in 2018

This list is arbitrary, quixotic, hardly scientific but still governed by a sense that these people have done something outside the bounds of convention.

What to expect on Long Island in 2019

A look at some key developments and events we can expect in the new year.

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Chance encounter turns into viral video

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Path cleared for 366-unit housing project near Jake's 58 casino

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A hauntingly good time in Sleepy Hollow

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Proposed property tax hike in Babylon

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Design your own martini at this Long Beach speakeasy

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A sneak peek of Billy Joel's motorcycles going to auction next month

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