Thomas Brown investigates the controversy regarding the development of the Basin Mills Dam on the Penobscot River. He focuses on topics related to development versus conservation, the life cycle and existence of salmon in the river, and the environmental impact of the dam.

As a fisherman who sailed off of sailing vessels in the early 1900's, Kenneth Hutchins has many stories about the old days of fishing. Fran Ober speaks to Hutchins about his experiences sailing in the early 1900's.

Marrying into the lobster industry, Julie Eaton is not a lobsterwoman, but a lobsterman. Aubrey White highlights the work that Eaton does for the lobster industry.

Amy Cadge documents the story of the Greer family, discussing their journey to Maine and their studio where they care for people.

William Ibelle explores how three generations of Penobscot Indians are searching through their experiences to define what it means to be a Penobscot living in today's work.

In 1976, a giant storm came through the waterfront of Eastport, ripping away much of the area. Pamela Wood documents how the Eastport community is working to revive their waterfront.

Michelle Sheppard captures the daily activities and lives of students from Baxter School for the Deaf in Falmouth, Maine.

Testimonials page for The Salt Book on the inside back cover of the December 1977 Salt Magazine.

Copyright information for Salt 2.

Representative of a different era, the Criterion Theater in Bar Harbor stands out. Peter Cooper documents how the theater continues to function in Bar Harbor's changing world.

Rachel Tondreault is one of the main characters in a play about addiction. She and the cast tour around New England in communities hit by the opioid epidemic. It's a powerful story about family, betrayal, and forgiveness. And for Rachel, it's all too familiar.

B.J. Bill highlights the lives of Portland's city councilmembers, focusing on their work within their districts. Hill covers topics ranging from economics to education.