Column by Thomas Bradbury on the changes that Chester P. Flaherty brought to Simpson's Cove.

New feature in Salt Magazine that guides people to important places to eat in Maine.

Stephen Donahue documents a conversation between two girls, who talk about school friendship.

Short interviews with Salt alumni.

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

Margot Downs highlights the stories and activities of serveral community bands, speaking with band members and the community.

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.

Adeline Violas discusses the culture of antique car restoration, speaking with collectors and restorers.

On her farm under the shadow of the White Mountains, Helen Perley raises animals. Val Gould and Elizabeth Tanner document the work Perley does on her farm with animals.

In order to understand the art of ice fishing, Steve Bragdon visited Don Shaw and his ice shack. Bragdon documents the work Shaw does in his shack in order to ice fish and the methods he uses.

Jeffrey Herbst speaks to Earl, a bartender, about his job and being around tourists.

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