I am a licensed attorney and real estate broker in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Bridgewater State University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Massachusetts School of Law. For the first seven years of my professional career, I operated a solo law practice in New Bedford covering a diverse range of practice areas with a primary focus on criminal defense. Currently, I work in the nonprofit sector helping individuals with special needs get access to critically needed clinical services and opportunities for employment. As a realtor, I hang my broker’s license at Lanagan & Co. Inc., helping homeowners list their properties and prospective buyers find a property that best suits their needs. Politically, I have been active in the campaigns of several Democratic candidates seeking elected office at the municipal, state, and federal level. I also have the honor of serving my hometown of Fairhaven in elected office as a member of Board of Public Works Commissioners, and as the Chairperson of the Fairhaven Commission on Disability. I began my radio career as a contributor to The Chris McCarthy Show in 2018 when Chris was looking for a perspective from the left to feature on his program. Then I became the host of my own weekly program The Marcus Ferro Show that aired on Saturday afternoons. Now, Chris and I are thrilled to be working together again to usher-in the return of evening local talk radio as cohosts of SouthCoast Tonight airing weeknights 7-10pm.
Marcus Ferro
Choquette Announces Second Run for New Bedford Ward 1 City Councilor
New Bedford Zoning Board of Appeals member Leo Choquette announced on WBSM's SouthCoast Tonight that he is once again running for Ward 1 City Councilor.
Bristol County Sheriff Increases Training Requirements for Corrections Officers
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux announced an expansion of the level of training needed to become a corrections officer and modifications for current COs.
Former New Bedford City Council President Lopes Running for Ward 5 Seat
Former New Bedford City Council President Joe Lopes announced on WBSM's SouthCoast Tonight he is running for the Ward 5 seat to replace the outgoing Scott Lima.
Offshore Wind Company Vineyard Wind Begins Construction
Vineyard Wind hosted a tour on Monday at the Marine Commerce Terminal in New Bedford to show the early construction of the Vineyard Wind 1 Project.
Fairhaven Firefighters Say Town Has Threatened to Cut Staff
The Fairhaven firefighters union has accused the Town of Fairhaven of advocating in bad faith for a tax override to maintain fire department staffing levels.
Red Sox Legend Ted Williams’ Connection to the SouthCoast
While most remember Boston Red Sox star Ted Williams for his on-field greatness, SouthCoast residents became familiar with him on a personal level.
Bristol County Sheriff Lowers Hiring Age for Corrections Officers to 18
Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux has lowered the hiring age for corrections officers to 18 years old. The hiring age previously was 19 years old.
Massachusetts Lt. Governor Discusses Plan to Build More Housing
Massachusetts Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll discussed how the administration plans to address the lack of affordable and available housing in the Commonwealth.
Healey Announces Major Climate Funding in New Bedford
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey and Lt. Governor Kim Driscoll visited New Bedford to announce the administration's major investments in climate resiliency.
New Bedford Boys & Girls Club Looks to Expand Positive Community Impact
New Bedford Boys & Girls Club Board of Directors member Jason Lanagan said that the impact of the organization extends well beyond competitive sports.