Long Island2019 in reviewDecember 20, 2019 ShareWatch: 2019 Long Island year in reviewRelive 2019 moments on Long Island in under four minutes.Here's the top 25 Long Island stories of 2019Revisit some of the stories that defined Long Island in 2019.Long Island notable deaths of 2019LI lost many beloved individuals in 2019, including first responders, community activists, educators, chefs and students.The biggest LI restaurant closures of 2019From a 90-year-old diner to a popular Italian chain, see what closed in 2019.The best things we ate in 2019Newsday food critics eat out almost every day of the week — here's a look at their favorite standout dishes on Long Island.Celebrities who died in 2019From famous actors and comedians to filmmakers and singers, here are some notable people we've had to say goodbye to this year.LI kids who found fame in 2019This year, LI kids appeared on TV shows, performed at Radio City Music Hall and more.Newsday's letters to the editor of 2019A sampling of views from our readers throughout the year.Matt Davies' cartoons of the yearThe editorial board selected its favorite political cartoons of the year from Newsday cartoonist Matt Davies.The top 10 New York-area sports stories for 2019From the USWNT's championship parade to New York pro sports' continued title drought.Top 20 New York sports stars going into 2020For our annual list of New York sports stars, let's focus on those who should make an impact into the early years of the new decade.Notable sports deaths in 2019A look at those athletes, coaches and sports personalities we've lost in 2019.Here's what will impact Long Islanders in 2020From property tax reassessments to a changing retail landscape, this is what Long Islanders can expect for the rest of the year.Important national political dates in 20202020 is a momentous political year. Here's a calendar of important days in national politics to watch for.