Dempsey Challenge celebrates 15 years of Dempsey Center

Actor and Maine native Patrick Dempsey attended the 15th Dempsey Challenge on Saturday with family, friends and thousands of cancer patients, survivors and their supporters.

Patrick Dempsey talks with cyclists, friends and survivors during challenge bike ride

Actor Patrick Dempsey rides Saturday in the 25-mile Dempsey Challenge bike ride while making time to greet participants and survivors.

Patrick Dempsey talks career, high school, bestows wisdom on Leavitt High students

Dempsey gave students a half hour to ask their questions, most of which pertained to his local upbringing and career.

Photos: Dempsey Center leaders discuss increased demand at Great Falls Forum

Where in the world is Patrick Dempsey? Lewiston, naturally

Unable to attend last year, the popular actor and racing car driver will be here this year, but that doesn't mean he hasn't been busy. Horror movie, anyone?

Patrick Dempsey and the Dempsey Challenge return to Lewiston this weekend

Actor and race car driver Patrick Dempsey will be in attendance with special guests including 'Survivor' stars Noelle Lambert and Ethan Zohn.

Get ready for a very festival summer

From bluegrass, to soft drinks to hot-air Boo-Loons and more, the region will offer plenty to enjoy this summer.

Dempsey Challenge moves to one-day event, adds duathlon

The change comes in response to participant feedback, primarily from cyclists.

Photo Album: Cyclists enjoy 3rd day of Dempsey Challlenge

Actor Patrick Dempsey, a founder of the Dempsey Center and Dempsey Challenge, tuned in from Modena, Italy, where he is filming a movie and from where he completed his ride virtually. He wished participants luck and safety.

Riders eager to roll on final day of Dempsey Challenge

By midday Sunday, the donation total was nearly at the goal of $1.6 million, coming in at $1.576 million, according to Dempsey Challenge officials.