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.

In downtown Camden, the Boynton McKay Drugstore serves as a place for both locals and tourists. Kate Skorpen explores how tourism is handled in the town of Camden.

Winner of the 2009 Poetry Out Loud competition, Will Whitham speaks about participating again in 2010. Christy Hartman discusses Whitman's beliefs regarding poetry.

Amy Harwood speaks to residents of Millinocket to learn how the changes within the mill and outside have left the town with few options for the future. Harwood discusses how the town was affected by it's major industry and how generations of family are dealing with transition.

The Damariscotta River runs through Lincoln County and plays a valuable role in local commerce. Jennifer Brockway speaks to individuals regarding the history and conservation efforts of the river.

Readers write in response to the work Salt has done, and Salt previews future stories.

A man with many stories, Wilfred Grendell shares a story about collecting rocks. John Nest documents how Grendell uses his rocks to build things around his home.

Schooner Fare is a folk group that gives a new beat to old songs that were almost forgotten. Amy Schnerr documents how the band aims to give songs back to the people in a contemporary setting.

Communities can be bound together by a number of reasons, and for the community in Munjoy Hill, the restoration of St. Lawrence Church brought back a sense of community. Pam Carter discusses the restoration efforts of the community and details the project.

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.

Front cover for the November 1989 Salt Magazine.