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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Camden Sheriff's Office: No Dedicated Facility Funded Yet

The County documented secure evidence, equipment, and holding-space needs in 2024, but created no dedicated law-enforcement facility project or completion schedule.

Camden Sheriff's Office: No Dedicated Facility Funded Yet — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

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North Carolina Opens State Roads to License-Plate Readers. What Does That Mean for Camden County?

North Carolina now permits automated license-plate readers along state-maintained roads. Camden County has not announced a deployment. Here is what the law allows, what safeguards exist, and what residents can ask before any local decision is made.

Camden Sheriff's Office: No Dedicated Facility Funded Yet — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

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Jul 22, 2026

Camden Sheriff's Office: No Dedicated Facility Funded Yet

The County documented secure evidence, equipment, and holding-space needs in 2024, but created no dedicated law-enforcement facility project or completion schedule.

Camden Sheriff's Office: No Dedicated Facility Funded Yet — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

Jul 21, 2026

North Carolina Opens State Roads to License-Plate Readers. What Does That Mean for Camden County?

North Carolina now permits automated license-plate readers along state-maintained roads. Camden County has not announced a deployment. Here is what the law allows, what safeguards exist, and what residents can ask before any local decision is made.

North Carolina Opens State Roads to License-Plate Readers. What Does That Mean for Camden County? — Camden Tribune | Ai Illustration image

Jul 18, 2026

Camden County Lands $300K Community Paramedic Grant

Camden County accepted a $299,839.50 state grant on July 6 to launch a community paramedic program, shifting EMS from reactive 911 calls to proactive care.

Camden County Lands $300K Community Paramedic Grant — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

Jul 15, 2026

Camden Dollar General Among 16 NC Stores Fined for Scanner Errors

A Camden County Dollar General was among 16 North Carolina retailers fined after state inspectors found repeated checkout overcharges. Camden Tribune explains what happened, reviews the store's inspection history, and shows shoppers how North Carolina's price verification program protects consumers.

Camden Dollar General Among 16 NC Stores Fined for Scanner Errors — Camden Tribune | Ai Image Illustration

Jul 14, 2026

Can You Legally Operate an Airbnb in Camden County? Here’s What the UDO Says

Is Airbnb illegal in Camden County? The answer depends on the property’s zoning, whether the owner lives there and whether guests stay for less than 30 days.

Can You Legally Operate an Airbnb in Camden County? Here’s What the UDO Says — Photo by Cory Bjork / Unsplash

Jul 12, 2026

Camden County Moves Forward on Recreation and Senior Center Planning, but How Will It Be Paid For?

Commissioners approved the first step toward developing a future Parks & Recreation and Senior Center, but major questions surrounding construction costs, long-term funding, and future operating expenses remain unanswered. By Francisco Salmeron Publisher & Editor-in-Chief | Camden Tribune Published: July 2026 Quick Take * Camden County commissioners unanimously approved moving forward with a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to begin planning and engineering for a proposed Parks & Recreatio

Camden County Moves Forward on Recreation and Senior Center Planning, but How Will It Be Paid For? — Francisco Salmeron | Camden County

Jul 12, 2026

Camden Wastewater Project Still Awaiting Permits More Than a Year After Moratorium Began

More than a year after Camden County imposed a subdivision moratorium citing infrastructure limits, officials say the wastewater project needed to move forward still requires additional permits before bidding can begin.

Camden Wastewater Project Still Awaiting Permits More Than a Year After Moratorium Began — Camden Tribune | Francisco Salmeron

Jul 12, 2026

Source Documents: Camden Wastewater Capacity and Planning

Official Camden County reports, plans, project materials and meeting resources connected to wastewater capacity and development reporting.

Jul 10, 2026

Bertie Commissioners to Review School Travel Request, Property Sale, and Fraud Alert Program

The July 13 agenda includes a Board of Education travel stipend request, the sealed-bid sale of the former Aulander Elementary School, a property fraud alert update and a report on the Bertie-Martin Regional Jail.

Bertie Commissioners to Review School Travel Request, Property Sale, and Fraud Alert Program — Camden Tribune | Ai Generated image

Jul 10, 2026

Chowan County to Schedule New Budget Hearing After State Law Forces Property Tax Amendment

Chowan County commissioners are expected to schedule a July 27 public hearing after Senate Bill 474 required the county to amend its FY 2026–27 budget and property tax calculations.

Chowan County to Schedule New Budget Hearing After State Law Forces Property Tax Amendment — Camden Tribune | Ai Generated Illustration

Jul 10, 2026

What to Watch at the July 14 Tyrrell County Commissioners Meeting

The Tyrrell County Board of Commissioners will meet July 14 to consider routine county business, appoint an NCACC voting delegate, receive the County Manager's report, and hear public comments.

What to Watch at the July 14 Tyrrell County Commissioners Meeting — Camden Tribune | Board Of County Commissioners

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