And to show the city’s gratitude, we asked you to nominate the unsung heroes in your lives for recognition in our Big Thank You supplement.
Here’s the first of two online photo galleries we’re running to celebrate those inspirational people.
You’ll also find their names and faces in the Big Thank You pull-out free in this weekend's edition of The News, Portsmouth.
45. Carla
Carla works in operations at Queen Alexandra Hospital and was nominated by her daughter, Olivia Horton. Photo: Olivia Horton
46. Chelsea
Chelsea is a cleaner at Queen Alexandra Hospital and was nominated by her sister, Sophia Rose Payne. Photo: Sophia Rose Payne
47. Chris Illman
Chris Illman, founder of the popular Facebook Group 'Wetherspoons, The Game!', has been nominated by Katie Hyett for running online events to keep adults and children busy. Photo: Katie Hyett
48. Coral Lock
Coral Lock is an assistant manager in Savers, Havant, and was nominated by her sister Adara-Chase Lock. Photo: Adara-Chase Lock