Project on the perceptions of Northern and Southern Maine, as seen by individuals who live on the opposite half.

The Custom House Wharf in Portland serves as a major hub for the local fish business. Catherine Olender discusses various topics, from the politics of the wharf to local family businesses.

Barbara Michaels uncovers the lives of five self-employed individuals who perform various services to entertain the public, highlighting the importance of following one's passion in life.

As the rate of students who are homeschooled increases, Regina McCarthy investigates the reasons why parents elect to home school their children. Despite varying reasons, the common thread is that these parents find public school as the wrong place for their children.

As the spiritual leader of the Penobscots, Senabeh believes he must make a last stand alongside his peoples. Pamela Wood speaks to Senabeh about how he defines his lonely Indianhood.

Having a passion for dogsledding, Anthony Colello dreams of having a full-fledged business around dogsledding. Page McClean highlights the efforts that Colello puts into starting a dogsledding business and discusses how he got into dogsledding.

As Maine's largest myth, the Great North Woods provides questions about the Woods of today and tomorrow. Nancy Jesser explores which of these myths will survive over time.

Inside back cover for the June 1980 Salt Magazine with masthead and description of the work Salt does.

Posey Gruener highlights the story of Rick and Barbara Spiegel, two dwarfs who live in Scarborough. The Spiegel's speak about their experiences with dwarfism, their relationship, and having a child.

This is the story of one instruments journey and influence, through time, and across state lines. In Hopkinton, New Hampshire, a 30 foot tall Aeolian Harp has become the heart of an old New England Farm, and a group of harp inspired volunteers work together to bring back its ethereal voice.

In West Bath, a small group is dedicated to revitalize West Bath Seaside Grange into an organization that serves everyone and focuses on community service. Leslie Chang documents the work the Smith family has done for the grange, and how it still holds traditions from the 1800s.

Ross Wick documents the work of lumbermen in Kezar Falls, Maine.