Francisco Salmeron

Francisco Salmeron

Francisco Salmeron is Camden Tribune's publisher and local reporter in Camden, North Carolina. His professional work at the Tribune focuses on local government, public records, schools, growth and development, public safety, elections, public notices, and community issues affecting Camden County residents.

Camden, NC

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B&M schedules mining-permit meeting; Camden says no application is on file

B&M’s September 23 meeting concerns a proposed mining permit at 399 Ponderosa Drive. Camden says no application is on file; attendance questions remain.

B&M schedules mining-permit meeting; Camden says no application is on file — Camden Tribune

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Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End

South Mills wastewater averaged about 25% of stated capacity in July, while Camden says proposed development will require substantially more treatment capacity.

B&M schedules mining-permit meeting; Camden says no application is on file — Camden Tribune

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Sep 23, 2026

B&M schedules mining-permit meeting; Camden says no application is on file

B&M’s September 23 meeting concerns a proposed mining permit at 399 Ponderosa Drive. Camden says no application is on file; attendance questions remain.

B&M schedules mining-permit meeting; Camden says no application is on file — Camden Tribune

Sep 16, 2026

Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End

South Mills wastewater averaged about 25% of stated capacity in July, while Camden says proposed development will require substantially more treatment capacity.

Sawyer Says South Mills Development Could ‘Outrun’ Sewer Plant as Moratorium Nears End — Camden Tribune | Courtesy Camden BOC Sept. 8 2026

Sep 16, 2026

Camden Board Backs Posting Delinquent Taxpayer Names on Social Media for ‘Extra Pressure’

Camden commissioners backed posting delinquent-tax information on county social media after the county manager said broader exposure could add “a little extra pressure” to pay.

Camden Board Backs Posting Delinquent Taxpayer Names on Social Media for ‘Extra Pressure’ — Camden Tribune | Courtesy of Camden County BOC Meeting Sept 8 2026

Sep 4, 2026

‘‘Any and All Residential Growth’: What Camden’s August 31 Hearing Revealed

Camden's 387-unit appeal has exposed conflicting readings of the county UDO, a rushed May determination and questions that can affect any property owner.

‘‘Any and All Residential Growth’: What Camden’s August 31 Hearing Revealed — Camden Tribune | Courtesy of Camden County BOC

Sep 2, 2026

Dare Commissioners Vote Unanimously to Remove Flock License Plate Cameras

Dare County voted unanimously to remove 14 sheriff-operated Flock cameras, despite law enforcement saying the system had helped solve serious crimes.

Dare Commissioners Vote Unanimously to Remove Flock License Plate Cameras — Camden Tribune | Courtesy of Dare County Board of Commissioners Meeting

Sep 1, 2026

Camden Told B&M It Was Expected to Follow Mine Permit; Residents Still Await Enforcement Answers

Ponderosa Road residents continue reporting mine conditions while Camden County has yet to explain what enforcement process remains available during B&M’s appeal.

Camden Told B&M It Was Expected to Follow Mine Permit; Residents Still Await Enforcement Answers — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

Aug 31, 2026

Water main leak closes Barlowe Street, disrupts U.S. 64 traffic near Manteo Elementary

A water main leak near Manteo Elementary has closed Barlowe Street and affected U.S. 64 traffic as crews make emergency repairs.

Water main leak closes Barlowe Street, disrupts U.S. 64 traffic near Manteo Elementary — Camden Tribune | Google Maps

Aug 30, 2026

Camden added to $150,000 youth grant program for first time

CAMDEN COUNTY, N.C. — Organizations serving Camden County youth will have access to a regional grant program for the first time this fall, with about $150,000 expected to be awarded across four northeastern North Carolina counties. The HCWGMW Endowment, administered by the North Carolina Community Foundation, will accept applications beginning Sept. 11. Grants typically range from $5,000 to $30,000. Camden and Gates counties are new to the program this year. In previous years, applications

Camden added to $150,000 youth grant program for first time — Camden Tribune

Aug 28, 2026

Currituck calls special meeting to seek ferry-toll waiver for local vehicles

Currituck commissioners have scheduled a special meeting on Knotts Island to consider asking the state to waive ferry tolls and fees for locally registered vehicles. The meeting comes 30 minutes before NCDOT’s public tolling session begins.

Currituck calls special meeting to seek ferry-toll waiver for local vehicles — Camden Tribune Graphics

Aug 26, 2026

Perquimans Sheriff’s Office receives a $2,500 community policing grant

The Perquimans County Sheriff’s Office received a $2,500 Albemarle Community Trust grant for educational materials used by its Community Policing Division.

Perquimans Sheriff’s Office receives a $2,500 community policing grant — Camden Tribune | Courtesy of Albemarle Electric Membership Corporation Facebook page

Aug 26, 2026

Camden’s 30-Month Moratorium Nears End. DEQ Is Still Waiting on the Wastewater Model

Camden imposed a 30-month development moratorium to address water and sewer capacity. With four months left, DEQ says no wastewater permit application exists and it is still waiting on the completed model.

Camden’s 30-Month Moratorium Nears End. DEQ Is Still Waiting on the Wastewater Model — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

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