Frederica Lipmann discusses the tradition of serving food to the hungry and highlights the efforts made by the volunteers at the St. Vincent de Paul Society Soup Kitchen.

In towns of any size it is valuable to have a working fire department in case of emergencies. Amanda Cross discusses the daily lives of firefighters who work for the Acton Volunteer Fire Department and their experiences being firemen.

Smith Galtney documents the locations where Mainers who have battled with drug and alcohol addictions were able to find a chance to recover.

Molly Sircher documents the music group Cerberus Shoal, and speaks to the band members about their experiences touring and performing.

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.

Inside back cover of December 1995 Salt Magazine with subscription information.

As a collector of old bottles, Ted Towne believes that there is history in each bottle. Paul Jackson speaks to Towne about his hobby and how each bottle represents something new.

Pamela Wood highlights how David Turner, an Eastport councilman, holds the power to question Pittston Company's actions.

The creation of ceramic pieces is an art that potters take serious, generally not allowing people to watch them work. Anne Goldsmith watches and talks to potters at Rowantrees Pottery in Blue Hill to learn about their lives and their craft, uncovering the precise nature of their work.

Pamela Wood introduces readers to stories in this issue of Salt magazine related to town locals and tourism.

Inside back cover for the April 1997 Salt Magazine with advertisement for subscribing to Salt Magazine.

A practitioner of yoga and dance, Elaine McGillicuddy expresses her spirituality through different forms. Renee LaLone highlights the life of McGillicuddy by learning about her lifestyle and practices.