Long extinct from the state of Maine, cougars have developed their own history and folklore in the state. Jack Rodolico documents the stories surrounding the cougar, and how cougars do still live in Maine, but as exotic pets.

When people recycle waste, the market determines how the waste is reused. Bram Sable-Smith investigates the recycling process in Maine and how the recycling market functions.

Alysia Mazzella documents the life of Kitty, a transgender man who recognized her vision of gender nonconformity while in prison. Mazzella highlights the journey that Kitty has gone through and how she is transitioning within society.

As one of the first Greeks to come to Maine, Pericles Economos became a leader in the Greek community. Pamela Wood recounts how his words inspired stories for this issue regarding ethnic groups in Maine.

Shana Berger explores the intricacies of the fishing industry in Maine, speaking to fishermen about their experiences and work.

Living on Mount Desert Island for nearly 66 years, Draper Liscomb has spent his whole life making a living in Maine. Mark Emerson captures images of Liscomb on at his home.

Discussing her brothers autism, Marissan Skillings speaks about dealing with her brothers disability as the older sibling. Skillings explains the difficulties she has at times with her brothers, and how she stands up for him.

Pamela Wood introduces readers to the topic of poverty, which is the focus of this issue of Salt Magazine.

Megan Hanson captures the lives of several collectors, who collect different kinds of objects, but are united in their connection to place since they all live in Maine.

Matthew Belson discusses the activity of dog sledding and the dogs that are bred for the sport.

In the Jonesport-Beals Island area, one man has fished more years than most. Andrea Downs and Cindy Pinkham speak to Sam Polk about his love for the sea.

Short write ups on going out east and the new Maine license plate.