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PLAINS TOWNSHIP, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A traffic signal has been the topic of local debate ever since it was installed four years ago.

The problem now? That traffic light still has not been turned on, and people living nearby are saying something needs to be done.

28/22 News Reporter Avery Nape tried to find out why the light was installed in the first place, and how neighbors are feeling about it.

28/22 News was at the corner of Maffot, Abbot, and Main in Plains Township.

(WBRE/WYOU)— Join Nick and Ricky as they analyze the Steelers' performance thus far with Penn Live Steelers Beat Reporter Nick Farabaugh.

Vic Fangio also compared the NFL's kicking game to the steroid era in baseball, stating that with the new footballs, kickers have gained a supreme advantage.

Also, a little preview ahead of the NLDS series, where the Dodgers will face off against the Philadelphia Phillies in what feels more like an NLCS matchup.

To watch the show or get access to any of our podcasts, download our 28/22 Now app!

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A local restaurant owner is now taking on a new mission: saving an old church.

28/22 News reporter Joe Mason has his story from Wilkes-Barre.

"You don't knock down an ancient, historic, sacred place when there's a group that's willing to take it," expressed Demetri Patitsas, chief servant leader, The Greek Shack.

Demetri Patitsas owns the Greek Shack restaurant and food truck in Luzerne County.

Patitsas is a man of faith.

Wilkes-Barre helping people prepare for flu season

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Flu season is almost here, and the city of Wilkes-Barre wants to keep people safe.

A flu vaccine clinic was held at the farmers' market on the Public Square on Thursday.

People of all ages living in the city were able to receive a free flu shot.

The city health department's "Bee healthy" bus was also present, providing free blood pressure and blood sugar screenings throughout the day on Thursday.

State police, AG investigation at local healthcare center

JIM THORPE, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Another sure sign of fall, the changing of the leaves.

You would be hard-pressed to find a more perfect place than the Poconos for leaf peeping.

Jim Thorpe is busy preparing for its annual Fall Foliage Festival, which kicks off this weekend.

Guests can enjoy live music, crafts, and food vendors.

You can also take a train ride overlooking the beautiful scenic Lehigh River Gorge.

Greek festival kicks off in Luzerne County

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— A delectable annual Greek food festival is back in Wilkes-Barre.

The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church on East Ross Street is serving up classic Greek dishes.

Everything from baclava, to gyros, cheese pie, even dessert.

The festival is take-out only, and pre-orders by phone or online at least two hours in advance are encouraged.

Raising awareness for domestic violence victims

The food festival is the main event for the church to raise funds every year.

WILKES-BARRE, LUZERNE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Raising awareness and putting an end to a sad statistic.

The domestic violence service center hosted its annual Empty Place at the Table vigil inside the Luzerne County Courthouse.

The purpose of the vigil is to remember and honor those who have lost their lives to domestic violence in Luzerne and Carbon counties.

State police, AG investigation at local healthcare center

According to officials, one woman or girl is killed every 10 minutes by their intimate partner or family member.

FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, CARBON COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU)— Carbon County Coroner Mark Smith released the names of the five victims who died in a tragic fire on Wednesday morning.

The coroner's office identified the victims as 37-year-old Aida Marrero, 14-year-old Kaylee Quevedo, one-year-old Nathaniel Wheelock, five-year-old Aiden Wheelock, and six-year-old Mathias Wheelock.

Community steps up in the wake of Carbon County tragedy

The cause of their deaths is considered an accident due to inhalation of products of combustion and thermal injuries.

(WBRE/WYOU) — It's the time of year many have been waiting for... the spooky season of Halloween.

Submit Your Halloween House to Report It!

This is your chance to showcase all your hard work and show off your decorations.

Send photos or short videos to the 28/22 News Report It page, and you may see your house on air or online.

Below is a gallery of pictures our viewers have already submitted this year: