In the middle of a nostalgic pop movement, Salt visits diners throughout Maine to see how they are being revived.

Lucille Rossignol captures the stories of people who grew up in Turner, Maine, and reveals a sample of life in a small town.

As Indian culture begins to move away from traditions, Madas Sapiel speaks on what life used to be like in Penobscot. Sheryl Lane documents the changes that have started within the Penobscot Indian tribe.

The most seaward of all of Maine's islands, Matinicus, was in need of a single teacher. Anne Bardaglio documents how the Mantinicus almost lost its school, and how the island community needed the school to survive.

In the hayday of the granite industry, thousands of Maine quarrymen and stone cutters worker in over a hundred quarries. Amy Potokar documents the work that a few determined artisans continue to do with granite on Crotch Island.

Listing of Salt production staff, contributors, and faculty.

Jacqueline Shine discusses the work of Portland West, a non-profit that offers community outreach to assist individuals with affordable housing. Shine speaks to Liza Richardson about her experiences placing tenants, affordable housing, and Portland West.

Lila Dobbs highlights the life of Polly Mahoney, owner of Mahoosuc Guide Service in Newry. Dobbs covers Mahoney's early life, the start of her business, and dogs sledding.

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

Ryan O'Connell speaks to residents of Cliff Island to discuss a controversy regarding the deer population on the island.

Salt informs readers that this View From Pier Road will be the last time this column is published.

Susan Gaidos highlights the profession of mussel farming, speaking farmers to learn about their activities and the trade.