As the chief agent for alcohol control in charge of the state of Maine, Henry Weaver experienced different situations with rum running. Keith Euler and others from Salt speak to Weaver about his experiences and stories as a federal officer during the prohibition era.

Prior to the release of The Salt Book, Pamela Wood speaks to readers about the contents of the book and the release parties.

With questions about lighthouses, Salt students set out to explore the mystery and romance that surrounds lighthouses in Maine. Stephanie Wood and others document the importance of lighthouses in Maine, and speak to individuals who are directly connected to them.

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

Facing the potential of closing down due to less funding and low attendance, teenage performers at the Theater Project decided to put on a show to raise money and awareness in the community. Marc LeBourdias documents the work that the performers did to complete their improv show and the importance of the theater for them.

Monty Washburn is a man who has all sorts of knowledge and stories. Suellen Simpson reports on the use and creation of sap spiles in the production of maple syrup.

Jones Franzel highlights the lives of Iranians who escaped Iran because they practice Baha'ism. Franzel discusses how Iranians who practiced Baha'ism lived as a persecuted minority in Iran and how coming to the United States offered them opportunities to live their lives.

Chris City spotlights the lobster industry, speaking to lobstermen and learning about industry regulations, Seal Cove, and lobsters.

Karen Gelardi and others explore how the islands off Cape Porpoise have retained their gemlike beauty.

Peter Millard speaks to Amy, a waitress, about her experiences working the tourist trade as a waitress.

Salt staff and students collect and retell the stories of people involved with rum running, on both sides of the situation.

M.K. Lewis recounts an experience eating dinner with neighbors across the hall.