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.
17. Julie Hiller
Julie Hiller works on the Pharmacy Department at Queen Alexandra Hospital and was nominated by Stacey Hiller. Photo: Stacey Hiller
18. Maria Moon
Maria Moon, pictured left, is a sister in the research department at Queen Alexandra Hospital and was nominated by Lisa Alderton, pictured right. Photo: Lisa Alderton
19. Melissa Riou
Melissa Riou is a carer in the community and was nominated by her mum, Jackie Riou. Photo: Jackie Riou
20. Nicola Golding
Nicola Golding works on a Covid-19 ward at Queen Alexandra Hospital and was nominated by her daughter, Emily Golding. Photo: Emily Golding