Emergency Services

The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly put a significant strain on mental health. Public health actions like social distancing, in addition to fear and anxiety about the virus, can lead to feelings of isolation and increased stress and in turn, cause … [Read more...] about Somerset Police Department encourages community to Reach Out and Speak Up to prevent suicide

Somerset Police arrested The Grinch — a repeat criminal littering offender — this week and took matters into their own hands to rehabilitate his despicable soul by spreading Christmas cheer to local children. Already facing a warrant for his … [Read more...] about Somerset Police share true meaning of Christmas with The Grinch by giving to local children

Kentucky Association of Chiefs of Police surprises Hunt with award at city council meeting The City of Somerset’s police chief has received the state’s highest professional honor in law enforcement – the 2020 Chief of the Year Award. The award was … [Read more...] about Somerset Police chief named Chief of the Year

The Somerset-Pulaski County Emergency Medical Service has received the American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Plus Award for implementing quality improvement measures for the treatment of patients who experience severe heart … [Read more...] about Somerset-Pulaski County EMS receives cardiac care award

Colors indicate water flow and help Somerset achieve important ISO rating Somerset residents may have noticed that fire hydrants throughout the city have recently been painted bright new shades of color — some even decorated to celebrate school teams … [Read more...] about Painting hydrants beautifies city, enhances fire protection efforts