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Friday, November 20, 2015
Volume 11 • Issue No. 47
Al Roker Wows Fans During ‘Rokerthon 2’ Visit to Kittery By Nancye Tuttle Contributing Reporter KITTERY The Today Show’s Al Roker breezed into Maine last Thursday, November 12, making a brief stop at Kate’s Bakery and CafĂŠ on Badger Island and delivering a rapid weather report for Portland’s WCSH-Channel 6. It was his next-to-the-last stop on Day 6 of Rokerthon 2, a tiring trek that took him crosscountry into all 50 states and the District of Columbia in seven days in an effort to make the Guinness Book of World Records and raise funds for Feeding America. “We’re in the homestretch
— we’re almost home,� a weary Roker told Channel 6’s Caroline Cornish during an interview in the bakery parking lot. About 100 loyal Roker fans, waving homemade “welcome to Maine� signs, braved the drizzle and patiently awaited his arrival. And they cheered loudly as Roker’s brigade crossed the Memorial Bridge from Portsmouth, NH into Kittery, the 46th and 47th states on his itinerary. Folks had been waiting several hours, but no one complained — despite the fact that Roker didn’t arrive until 7:30 p.m., 90 minutes after he was expected. A party atmosphere prevailed in the bakery all after-
Al Roker delivers the weather forecast, which was taped for Channel 6 in Portland. He is using a special i-Pad that he brought cross-country with him to deliver a weather forecast/report in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. (Tuttle photo)
Eight-year old Blake Wilson of York wit h her homemade sig n for A l Roker.
noon, as people arrived, bought coffee and cookies and discussed Roker’s odyssey.
“I’m excited and nervous and
Bakery owner Kate Johnston was ready with chili, chowder and pastries for the crowd.
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Christmas in Kennebunk – in November! KENNEBUNK – Join in the 32nd annual “Christmas in Kennebunk� celebration taking place on Saturday, November 28 in Kennebunk’s Downtown Plaza area!
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The Weekly Sentinel’s hard-working staff members (left to right): John Crommett, Carol Brennan, Dan Brennan, Joyce Amend, Carin Lee, Nancye Tuttle, Raina Keim, Kevin Cox, David Kennedy. Inserted: Scott Andrews.
Weekly Sentinel Gives Thanks WELLS This week marks our 10th anniversary here at The Weekly Sentinel. We wish to thank all
our readers and advertisers for their long-standing support. If you are new to our paper, we hope you enjoy our “news you
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Shop Local! Support downtown businesses by starting your holiday shopping early. Area merchants will be open until at least 5 p.m. that day to help with everyone on your gift list. Plan to have lunch or
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want to read� and we look forward to the next ten years! Have a Happy Thanksgiving and a joyful holiday season!
Also check out our section on
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dinner (or both!) in one of the many downtown eateries. Then gather on Route 1 / Main Street in Kennebunk's Downtown Plaza for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Many local merchants and friends will provide free refreshments beginning at 4:15 p.m. Members of the “Kennebunk High School Chamber Choir� will get us into the spirit with carols under the direction of Nate Mensfield. After Santa lights the tree, join him at The Waterhouse Center on Main Street as he hosts an Opening Day skating party! Get your skates sharpened now and don't forget to bring them! Families have been coming to this downtown event for generations; please make it a tradition in yours! If you have questions please call Ahmed Ciangiulli at 207-985-2102 or email to downtown@kennebunkmaine.us. Please note: For safety sake, a small portion of Main Street will be closed to thru traffic from approximately 4:30-6 p.m. by the Kennebunk Police Department who will be on hand to help direct drivers to alternate routes. (Photo by Paul La Cedra)
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