The Year in Pictures

Gazette photographers were asked to select some of their favorite images of 2009. The photographs presented here -- with commentary from the photographers -- show a range of compelling moments, including the wonderment of children playing among holiday lights, a stark illustration of economic downturn and the inspirational dignity on the face of a cancer patient.

All of the photos achieve a common goal of our photojournalists: to offer insight into the people and stories that shape life in Prince George's County.

We hope you enjoy them.

-- Greg Dohler, Prince George's Gazette photo editor