Maureen Harvie

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Senior Supervising Producer, On the Record at WYPR-FM (Baltimore, MD)

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Maryland Gold Star Mothers honor memories of their children through service

1 week ago | wypr.org | Melissa Gerr |Maureen Harvie

Much more than a kick off to summer, Memorial Day is about remembering those who sacrificed their lives in military service. We meet Paula Davis, treasurer of Maryland Gold Star Mothers -- she talks about her son, Justin, and how the group honors the memories of their children through continued service to the military community. On The Record On the RecordWYPR ProgramsMemorial DayMilitary
Author R. Eric Thomas embraces life's ups and downs with humor and candor

3 weeks ago | wypr.org | Sheilah Kast |Maureen Harvie

R. Eric Thomaswrites wry, perceptive essays about things that seem more amusing in his life than they do in yours. He grew up in West Baltimore -- but moving back after more than a decade away triggered stress and latent depression -- as well as some very funny episodes. We speak about his new book, "Congratulations, the Best is Over!"Asking Eric, a new syndicated advice column, is now in papers nationwide. You can send questions to On The Record WYPR ProgramsOn the Record
Maryland Port Administrator Jonathan Daniels on the return of cargo to Baltimore

Jul 31, 2024 | wypr.org | Sheilah Kast |Maureen Harvie

It’s been seven weeks since the Port of Baltimore reopened. More than 50,000 tons of debris blocked the shipping channel after the cargo ship Dali collided with the Key Bridge on March 26th. Six construction workers died in the bridge’s collapse. Where is cargo volume today? Has the port been able to retain customers? We ask Jonathan Daniels, executive director of the Maryland Port Administration.
Stories from the Stoop: The show must go on!

Jul 11, 2024 | wypr.org | Maureen Harvie

Here's a Stoop Story from Jay Herzog about surviving the hazards of theater … and still having the career to tell about it! Visit Stoop Storytelling.com for information including live events and the Stoop podcast. On The Record WYPR ProgramsOn the RecordStoop Storytelling
Baltimore Abortion Fund confronts growing demand, rising costs

Jun 19, 2024 | newsbreak.com | Maureen Harvie

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Baltimore Abortion Fund confronts growing demand, rising costs

Jun 18, 2024 | wypr.org | Maureen Harvie

Two years ago, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the federal right to abortion. Even prior to the Dobbs decision, access was a challenge for abortion seekers. The Guttmacher Institute, a research organization that supports abortion rights, reports that the proportion of patients traveling out-of-state to obtain an abortion doubled from 2020 to 2023. Nearly one in five patients cross state lines to obtain an abortion.
Two years after Dobbs: Expanding abortion access in Maryland

Jun 18, 2024 | wypr.org | Maureen Harvie

It's been two years since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and declared that the Constitution does not grant a right to abortion. Meanwhile, Maryland voters will have a chance in November to enshrine abortion rights through an amendment to the state constitution. And a new statewide program will train more health care professionals to provide abortion care.
Clinicians instead of police: 911 diversion programs in Baltimore and beyond

Jun 4, 2024 | wypr.org | Maureen Harvie

Does every call to 911 require a police response? Baltimore and cities across the country are testing alternatives - directing calls to civilians trained in behavioral health instead of police officers. Greg Midgette is an assistant professor of criminology and criminal justice at the University of Maryland. He’s co-author of a recent study that examines 911 diversion programs.
Herring Run Heritage Trail connects visitors to park's past

May 28, 2024 | wypr.org | Maureen Harvie

Herring Run Park stretches for 375 acres in Northeast Baltimore, from Morgan State University to Armistead Gardens. It's Heritage Trail offers visitors insight into the park's historical and ecological landscape. We speak with Misty Fae, executive director of the Friends of Herring Run Parks, and board member Charles Minor. On Saturday, June 1st, the Friends of Herring Run Parks will host the free Share Your Heritage Festival from 12-6 pm.
Retired Baltimore firefighter honors African American trailblazers

May 28, 2024 | wypr.org | Maureen Harvie

In 1953, the Baltimore City Fire Department desegregated, hiring its first group of ten Black firefighters. Seven decades later, the African American Firefighters Historical Society honors the continued service of Black firefighters across the country. In January, the organization received a grant to support the creation of the International Black Firefighters Museum & Safety Education Center in East Baltimore.