The annual event was started by actor Patrick Dempsey, a Buckfield native, in honor of his mother, Amanda, who died of cancer.
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‘A great cause:’ Dempsey Challenge kicks off in Lewiston
The event kicks off officially at 7 a.m. Saturday when Patrick Dempsey hosts the opening ceremonies in the park.
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Patrick Dempsey hopes to expand center’s services throughout Maine
The nonprofit hopes to raise $1.5 million through the Dempsey Challenge this weekend.