With state and Island Covid-19 cases in sharp decline, Gov. Charlie Baker has forged ahead with the state’s slow reopening process, moving to expand capacity at indoor venues starting March 1.

After thousands rushed to register for a vaccine appointment last weekend, hospital officials said they would continue to open new slots on a weekly basis every Saturday at 8 a.m.

After a months-long surge, Island coronavirus case counts have fallen dramatically in recent weeks, with health agents reporting only two new cases over the weekend — the lowest numbers since early fall.

Vaccine clinics for Island residents 65 and older began Monday after more than 1,200 appointments filled up in less than an hour Saturday.

Gov. Charlie Baker opened Covid-19 vaccinations to all residents 65 and over and those with two or more underlying conditions starting Thursday.

Island health officials fielded a flurry of questions and sought to assuage concerns and confusion about the vaccine rollout at a community forum late last week.

Hoping a recent dip in coronavirus cases stays that way, Island boards of health are urging Islanders to follow strict travel guidance as winter school vacation weeks begin.

An email blast that went out to all patients in the Mass General Brigham hospital network announcing a halt in the vaccination process due to supply issues does not apply to the Martha’s Vineyard Hospital, officials confirmed Friday morning.

National supply issues and state logistics are holding up an otherwise smooth vaccination process, as the hospital continues to administer doses to Islanders 75 and older.

A community forum to discuss the Covid-19 vaccination plan on the Island is planned for Friday by Zoom.