Joseph Lee documents the activity on the Old Orchard Beach Pier.

Bios of the contributors to the December 1988 Salt Magazine.

Living on Swan's Island for over 83 years, Edwin Gott finds it almost like a dream. Deborah Garvin speaks to Gott about his experiences on the island.

John Affleck highlights the life of Roland Watier, a member of the Council of Men. Affleck discusses Watier's storytelling and his role within the Council of Men.

Living on Swan's Island for over 83 years, Edwin Gott finds it almost like a dream. Deborah Garvin speaks to Gott about his experiences on the island.

After being bedridden due to a severe workplace accident, Trieste decided to finally come out as a trans woman. Arielle Zionts profiles Trieste's decision to come out, and dealing with her neuromuscular disorder.

From a recording from 1984, Avery Kelley recounts his journey to visit New York in 1959.

Zac Barr highlights the work of Werner Rodey, a professional wormdigger, who explains his job collecting bloodworms for fishing bait.

Rachel McCarthy speaks to Jean about living with cancer, her experiences going through treatments, and her activities at home to gather friends and family together.

A trained violinist, Yvonne Adams recounts her experiences with music and learning to play the violin. Adams discusses how she plays for patients at Mercy Hospital and how playing the violin is a spiritual experience.

Michael Luce discusses the process of creating a casket for his mother who recently passed away. Luce speaks about the importance of going through the process of crafting the casket himself, and about the life of his mother.

Born with a rare genetic abnormality, Zev's family is helping him overcome his challenges with walking, talking, and eating. Sylvie Douglis documents Zev's learning disability and the efforts his family goes through to help him.