Informational page on the Salt Semester Program.

The state of Maine has over a thousand licensed foster parents, with Dan Boucher being just one of those parents. Kate Drake explores the culture around fostering children by discussing Boucher's daily life.

Following the terrorist attacks of 9/11, new inspection stations were built along the Maine border, including at the Jackman Port of Entry. Bill Lascher explores how the influx of federal agents and tourists into the town changed a community deep in the wilderness.

For the past few years, William Whorf has taken up the hobby of repairing and restoring ship models. Martha Truscott and others speak to Whorf about his hobby and the intricate work that goes into it.

Table of contents for November 1987 Salt Magazine.

Growing up watching their mother perform work as a doctor, Dr. Marion Moulton's sons viewed doctoring as woman's work. Carol Kuhn highlights the work Dr. Moulton has done as a doctor in rural Maine.

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.

Pamela Green explores the culture of the Passamaquoddy by talking to students at Lee Academy. Green discusses with the students how their school understands their culture and traditions, allowing them to keep with their identity.

Through a common threat in the form of cancer, several women meet at St. Bartholemew's Church in Yarmouth to share their stories and struggles regarding breast cancer. Gabrielle Hall speaks to women who attend this support group to learn about their stories.

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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.

As the wives of fishermen, four women share their stories. Rachel Brochu and others speak to the four wives to learn about unique experiences.