Aracelis Girmay documents the life of Jeff Jellis, and how he deals with the reality of having the AIDS virus. Girmay discusses the Jellis' family life and the treatments that Jeff has to undergo.

Even for a tourist town, there are limits to its appeal for tourists. Sherine Adeli looks at how Kennebunkport deals with tourists.

Lisa Merlini highlights the lives of Mira Cua and Cong Ba Nguyen, a couple who have different nationalities, but were able to mix and meld them into the family they started.

At the invitation of Down East Magazine, Salt documented Christmas memories from an older generation.

With an interest in firearms from a young age, Monty Washburn began making guns for himself. Laurie Astrowsky and Mark Emerson document Washburn's interest in guns and the work that goes into crafting one.

As one of the first Greeks to come to Maine, Pericles Economos became a leader in the Greek community. Kelly Emery documents Pericles' journey to Maine and opening his own business.

Guide to help people find important places to eat in Maine.

Maurice Gordon is a retired master plasterer from West Kennebunkport. Bethany Aronow and other Salt students visit Gordon to learn about his craft of working with plaster.

In the town of Searsport, one of the country's largest natural gas companies intends to build an expansive propane storage facility. Diane Sterberg investigates how the local residents gave enough support due to promises of economic prosperity, despite opponents of the project feeling deceived about the integrity of the process.

A small park located in Portland's West End, Longfellow Square sees a variety of individuals on the grounds. Diane Geiger speaks with park visitors to learn their stories.

Bios of the contributors to the September 1988 Salt Magazine.

Stephen Dismore speaks to Billy Beckwith, a boy who tends a vegetable stand, about tourists.