Jennifer Andrews introduces readers to the stories in the Salt 2004-2005 Magazine.

Kristin Petersen documents the life of Matthew Heintz, a musician and performer known as the Northwoods Balladeer.

Each day, ten men are needed for group prayer at the Etz Chaim Synagogue in Portland. Jennifer Freed documents the work members of the congregation do to keep their Jewish traditions and culture alive.

Katie Mingle focuses on the life of Nathan Dyer, a teenage psychic. Mingle discusses the Dyer's practices regarding the supernatural and his desire to help people with spiritual guidance.

Bios of the contributors to the Salt 2005-2006 Magazine.

Heidi Sistare highlights the work of Lisa Pixley, a trailblazer in the energetic printmaking community in Portland. Sistare speaks to Pixley about her printing studio, Pickwick Independent Press, and about being an artist.

Speaking with Bob Bartlett about old roads, Lyman Page documents how people used to get stuck in mud holes on the main street in Kennebunk.

In Portland, Tate and Tyng Streets hold a history of displacement, change, and decay. Amanda Holmes vists people in the neighborhood to discuss why they still cling to Tate and Tyng.

Marcie Parker highlights the controversial life of Joe Soley, a landlord in the Old Port District of Portland, who many regard as a slumlord. Parker investigates Soley's life and his reputation as a slumlord.

Known as the "Town that Paper Made," East Millinocket has struggled since the paper mill closed down. Mitch Borden documents how the community has been impacted by the mill closure 10 years ago, and how they attempt to make ends meet for their each other.

Inside front cover for the December 1988 Salt Magazine with masthead.

Thomas Bradbury recounts the history of Pinkham Hall and how it is fitting that a group like Salt would find a home there.