Each day, ten men are needed for group prayer at the Etz Chaim Synagogue in Portland. Jennifer Freed documents the work members of the congregation do to keep their Jewish traditions and culture alive.

Having worked on their orchard for over thirty years, Steven and Marilyn Meyerhans contemplate what to do with their business. Julia Davis highlights the work that the Meyerhans have put into their business and how age is catching up to them.

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.

Adeline Violas discusses the culture of antique car restoration, speaking with collectors and restorers.

In the town of Richmond the last remnants of its Russian colony is disappearing, but the parishioners of Saint Alexander Nevsky Church continue to instill new life into ancient traditions. Elizabeth Peck speaks to members of the Russian colony to learn about their experiences and traditional Russian practices.

Inside back cover for the October 1986 Salt Magazine, offering congratulations to David C. Smith, visiting professor at Salt.

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.

With one room schools falling into obscurity, Salt travels to Cliff Island to investigate if these schools serve a need in today's world.

Pamela Wood highlights Roger Conti's stance supporting the Pittston Company.

Informational page on the programs and courses offered by Salt.

Informational page on the programs and courses offered by Salt.

In the Jonesport-Beals Island area, one man has fished more years than most. Andrea Downs and Cindy Pinkham speak to Sam Polk about his love for the sea.