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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

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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.

While the cause of the fire remains under investigation, state police say it is not considered suspicious.