Table of contents for January 1982 Salt Magazine.

The WINGS (Women in Nurturing Group Support) support group aimed to help single mothers and women who were living in poverty by providing advice and assistance. Gerrie Brown, who ran this support group, is the focus of James Sylvan's research, which highlights Brown's work and her personal life.

Jacob Kowalski documents radio broadcasting and night time radio. The interviewees express their experiences with working the late night shift.

In Portland, the sea urchin industry represents an opportunity for individuals of all backgrounds to have a job working on the waterfront. Joan Amory explores how lucrative this business is for individuals in Portland.

Table of contents for August 1987 Salt Magazine.

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.

Salt invites scholars to a conference to speak about how folk culture and popular culture interact. Salt offers a report on the conference.

Caitie Whelan highlights the life of Roger Berle, a man who actively donates and fundraises money to support his community.

Scott Sell documents the work of Bob and Helene Quinn, owners and caretakers of Eagle Island. Sell speaks to the Quinns about all of the work they do on the island to keep up with repairs as old age catches up to them.

Prairie Stuart-Wolff highlights the life of Laura Ochoa, a single mother who is raising a daughter alone after leaving an abusive husband. Stuart-Wolff speaks to Ochoa about her mexican heritage, immigrating to the United States, and her family.

The legend behind the Penobscot River goes that the river itself shaped the culture of Penobscot people, and provided for them. Elizabeth Scoville explores how the Penobscot people deal with the river being used for the needs of the industrial world, speaking to members of the tribe about their culture and community.

As a direct descendant of Barney Beal, Avery Kelley is known for his ability to tell stories. Jill Harvey speaks to Kelley about being Beal Island's storyteller.