The city of Marlborough has recognized Michael A. Ferro as its 2019 Veteran of the Year.  Ferro served in the National Guard from 1970 to 1978 and has been involved in countless city veteran services and activities for 35 years. President of the Marlborough Veterans Council Richard Jenkins presented Ferro with a plaque at the May 6 City Council meeting.  Council President Edward J. Clancy read a proclamation from Mayor Arthur G.Vigeant.

Ferro was a supply and transport specialist first stationed in Fort Jackson, S.C. He was honorably discharged in 1978 but hasn’t stopped working for his fellow veterans in the city of Marlborough. He served as commander for the Italian American War Veterans Post 45 and has been commander of the American Legion Post 132 for the last six years. Ferro served as president, treasurer and leader of the honor guard of the Marlborough Veterans Council over many years.