The tradition of using herbal medicine for health care dates back thousands of years, and in Maine, there are herbalists who follow these traditions. Sara Thibodeau investigates how herbalists in Maine are making herbs a daily part of their lives.

Inside back cover for the December 1994 Salt Magazine with list of back issues and books from Salt.

Following the terrorists attacks of 9/11, Scott Rodbro set out to find Maine's heroes, contacting veterans groups in the state. Rodbro speaks to a veteran about his time and experiences in the armed services.

The December 1978 issue of Salt Magazine features stories on factory workers, island life, and forestry.

Joshua Bergey and Philip Stake document the life of John Karchenes from Coplin Plantation, Maine.

Matthew McInnis captures the life of John Joyce, an artist who suffers from down syndrome.

Kirk Torregrossa documents the life of Maggie Neilson as she prepares to have gastric bypass surgery.

R. Todd Hoffman captures the life of Jean Demetracopolous, working on a farm, and her Greek heritage.

The image that most Americans think of when they hear the term trailer park is not a very appealing one. Jane Stevenson looks at Friendly Village in Gorham as more than just a trailer park, but as a small home community.

A retired physician and rheumatologist, Dr. Phil Thompson follows a monotonous, yet interesting life. Molly Myers highlights Dr. Thompson's routines and daily activities.

At 16, Samantha Todd is trying to balance the worlds of being an adolescent and a young adult. Catherine Louli profiles Todd's desire to do more with her life.

Sara Franklin highlights the life of Occupy Maine participants as they host a potluck supper. Franklin speaks to protests about the community they are building among each other.