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Rehoboth’s iconic Dolle’s sign comes down

Boardwalk landmark removed after nearly 60 years

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Before and after the Dolle’s sign was removed on Wednesday. (Blade staff photo)

REHOBOTH BEACH, Del. — A small crowd of locals gathered on a mild December morning on Dec. 15 to watch as the iconic bright orange Dolle’s sign, which has welcomed boardwalk visitors here for nearly 60 years, was taken down.

Dolle’s Candyland has operated here since 1927 at 1 Rehoboth Ave. on the boardwalk, but owner Tom Ibach announced earlier this year that he is moving his store a few doors down, necessitating removal of the sign.

The Rehoboth Beach Museum has agreed to store the sign with hopes of mounting it on the side of its downtown building. A Board of Adjustment meeting is slated for Dec. 27 where the museum will present its plan for the sign for town approval, according to the Cape Gazette.

Social media reaction to the removal was swift and harsh, with many locals bemoaning the loss of an important part of the town’s history. The billboard — arguably the most recognizable Rehoboth landmark — was photographed by untold thousands of visitors over the decades and has been painted by many local artists.

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Ashley Biden to speak at Blade’s Summer Kickoff Party in Rehoboth Beach

May 16 event to honor Beau Biden, feature speech from Gov. Matt Meyer

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Former first lady Jill Biden and daughter, Ashley Biden, attend the White House Pride celebration on June 26, 2024. (Washington Blade photo by Michael Key)

The Washington Blade’s 18th annual Summer Kickoff Party is scheduled for today in Rehoboth Beach, Del.

Ashley Biden, daughter of President Joe Biden, has joined the list of speakers, the Blade announced on Friday. She will accept an award on behalf of her brother Beau Biden for his LGBTQ advocacy work as Delaware attorney general. 

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer has also joined the list of speakers. 

The event, held at the Blue Moon (35 Rehoboth Ave.) from 5-7 p.m., is a fundraiser for the Blade Foundation’s Steve Elkins Memorial Fellowship in Journalism, which funds a summer position reporting on LGBTQ news in Delaware. This year’s recipient will be introduced at the event.

The event will also feature remarks from state Sen. Russ Huxtable, who recently introduced a state constitutional amendment to codify the right of same-sex couples to marry. CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Kim Leisey and Blade editor Kevin Naff will also speak. The event is generously sponsored by Realtor Justin Noble, The Avenue Inn & Spa, and Blue Moon.

A suggested donation of $20 is partially tax deductible and includes drink tickets and light appetizers. Tickets are available in advance at bladefoundation.org/rehoboth or at the door. 

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Del. Gov. Meyer to join Washington Blade party in Rehoboth on Friday

18th annual summer kickoff event to feature Sen. Huxtable, prizes, more

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Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer (Screen capture via DETV/YouTube)

The Washington Blade’s 18th annual Summer Kickoff Party is scheduled for Friday, May 16 in Rehoboth Beach, Del.

Delaware Gov. Matt Meyer has joined the list of speakers, the Blade announced on Tuesday.

The event, held at the Blue Moon (35 Rehoboth Ave.) from 5-7 p.m., is a fundraiser for the Blade Foundation’s Steve Elkins Memorial Fellowship in Journalism, which funds a summer position reporting on LGBTQ news in Delaware. This year’s recipient will be introduced at the event.

The event will also feature remarks from state Sen. Russ Huxtable, who recently introduced a state constitutional amendment to codify the right of same-sex couples to marry. CAMP Rehoboth Executive Director Kim Leisey and Blade editor Kevin Naff will also speak, in addition to surprise guests. The event is generously sponsored by Realtor Justin Noble, The Avenue Inn & Spa, and Blue Moon.

A suggested donation of $20 is partially tax deductible and includes drink tickets and light appetizers. Tickets are available in advance at bladefoundation.org/rehoboth or at the door. 

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Delaware officials to take questions at CAMP Rehoboth

Panelists to speak at community center

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(Washington Blade file photo by Michael Key)

CAMP Rehoboth will host a community conversation with elected officials on Thursday, Jan. 16 at 10 a.m. at the CAMP Rehoboth Community Center. 

Panelists include Mike Brickner, executive director of ACLU of Delaware; Sen. Russ Huxtable of the 6th Senate district of Delaware; and Rep. Claire Snyder-Hall of the 14th district of Delaware. 

“CAMP Rehoboth looks forward to safeguarding protections of the LGBTQ+ community by bringing awareness to initiatives in place, and partnering with agencies and elected officials to listen to our challenges and concerns. We hope you will join us,” said Kim Leisey, Ph.D., executive director of CAMP Rehoboth. 

Advance registration is required and can be accessed on CAMP Rehoboth’s website.

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