Samantha Dahan speaks to residents of New Beginnings to learn their stories and how they are attempting to change their lives in a positive manner.

Jessica Lee learns about the Boys and Girls Club from facilitators and participants, and discusses the experiences of the youth at the organization.

Christine Kulcheski speaks to residents on Islesboro and learns about their island community and women's group.

Eliza Wilmerding explores the fishing business within the Stonington community. Wilmerding speaks to fishermen to learn about fishing industry throughout the year.

With the rise of UFC fighting in American, many martial arts studios introduced training for a form called grappling. Karen Sosnoski explores how Seung Choi runs his martial arts studio in Portland and discusses his beliefs and training.

Now a school teacher, one woman recalls her childhood experience with rum running.

In Portland, the Italian American Community Center serves as a location for local Italians to gather and share meals. Alexandra Daniello reports on activities and traditions of the Italian community in Portland, focusing on the Italian American Community Center.

Wynne Parry discusses how the Bayside neighborhood of Portland has begun to revitalize their community after dealing with years of arson and vandalism. Parry speaks to residents of the neighborhood to learn about their experiences in the area.

At the only sardine factory in operation in Eastport, workers speak about their experiences. Pamela Wood documents work and life at the sardine plant.

Pamela Wood highlights the life of John A. Craig, a former longshoreman of 43 years in Eastport. Wood speaks to Craig about stories from along the waterfront.

Julia Johanson documents the activities at The New School, an independent high school in Kennebunk, Maine.

Rosemary Elliott speaks to John Gaskill of Portland about his personal history. Gaskill shares his story of a black boy with a mind of his own growing up in Portland.