As Portland becomes more suburban, Peaks Island has experienced waves of change. Harry Brown documents how the community of people have little in common except the ferry commute they make and their liking for Peaks Island.

Pamela Wood documents the history of Water Street in Eastport. Wood speaks to locals about the activity on the street.

With a curiosity for what Gooch's Beach was like 250 years ago, Timm White set out to find someone who could tell him about the history of the beach. White speaks to three individuals who know the story of Stephen Harding, a man who built a log garrison in 1702 on what is today the Sea Side House property.

This is the story of a woman who proudly embodies traditional female norms and uses humor to navigate the tensions of working in a male dominated industry.

Testimonials page for The Salt Book on the inside back cover of the August 1978 Salt Magazine.

Ruth Pinkham recounts her experiences going to and teaching in a one room schoolhouse.

Paula Mauro investigates the work of Jackson Laboratory, a provider of mice for testing and research. Mauro discusses how the mice are used, maintained, and created.

Katrina Herzog documents the culture at 442 St. John Street, a home used to house young transients and people visiting Boothbay Harbor.

In Portland, Tate and Tyng Streets hold a history of displacement, change, and decay. Amanda Holmes vists people in the neighborhood to discuss why they still cling to Tate and Tyng.

Dorothy O'Keefe recounts the tale of the the Schooner Charles.

Carleen Madigan focuses on the life of Elizabeth Cori-Jones, a farmer and activist who specializes in organic produce. Madigan covers topics from organic farming to spirituality.