Jean Cheney discusses the gardening experience and the cultivation of roses.

Despite social and economic changes, workers at the Rancourt factory in Lewiston continue the traditional craft of shoemaking. Heidi Sistare documents the work that is done at the factory and the importance of working at the shoe factory.

Salt offers thanks to individuals and organizations that have supported the 1985 Salt Development Fund.

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

Within the Education Department of the Maine State Prison, inmates are offered an opportunity to join a program geared towards giving inmates a way to prepare in rejoin public society. Hilary Niles discusses the Pre-Release Exit Program and the experiences of inmates within the prison.

As land and forests are sold as commodities, people like Duane Jordan refuse to sell their land. Allegra Mira explores how Jordan views the wilderness as an important part of growing up for his family and how the land is used for outdoor activities.

Short write ups on the lawyer George Willard, the Custom House Wharf in Portland, and the Colony Inn.

Dorothy O'Keefe recounts the tale of the the Schooner Charles.

A group bound together by a common interest, Becky Lebowitz captures the lives of bush pilots and their love for flying.

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

Living on Swan's Island for over 83 years, Edwin Gott finds it almost like a dream. Deborah Garvin speaks to Gott about his experiences on the island.

New feature in Salt Magazine that guides people to important places to eat in Maine.