Boston 25 news anchor Mark Ockerbloom to leave station after 22 years
Boston 25 news anchor Mark Ockerbloom to leave station after 22 years
Bailey Allen, USA TODAY NETWORK - New EnglandTue, May 5, 2026 at 1:50 PM UTC
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Mark Ockerbloom, a veteran news anchor at WFXT-TV (Boston 25), is leaving the station after more than two decades.
The Massachusetts native, affectionately known by viewers as "Ock," said he will be spending more time with his family following a 40-year career in broadcast journalism.
"As a kid who grew up in Winchester, it was the thrill of a lifetime to get to work in my home market," Ockerbloom said in a statement. "I want to thank all of the talented people I’ve had the privilege of working with day in and day out. I’d also like to acknowledge and thank my many viewers who always trusted me to bring them accurate information."
Ockerbloom joined WFXT-TV, Boston's Fox affiliate, in 2004 as a weekend news anchor and reporter. He now anchors the 5 p.m., 6 p.m., 10 p.m., and 11 p.m. news shows.
During his time at the station, Ockerbloom has covered a slew of significant New England news stories, including the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings, Whitey Bulger's capture, and several sports championships, according to Boston 25.
WFXT-TV anchor Mark Ockerbloom is leaving Boston 25 after 22 years.
"Working with Mark has been a privilege," said Scott Isaacs, Boston 25's news director. "He’s a great person and teammate, who brings credibility, compassion, and unwavering commitment to getting the story right every single day."
Ockerbloom has won four New England Emmys, and in 2025, he was named a Silver Circle honoree by the Boston/New England chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.
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"Mark's dedication to impactful journalism and dedication to the community has set the standard that will continue to inspire us," said Todd Brown, the station's vice president and general manager. "We are grateful for his years of service and the legacy he leaves behind."
Before joining WFXT-TV, Ockerbloom anchored evening sportscasts and co-hosted a nightly sports show at NECN, according to his Boston 25 staff profile. Prior to moving back to Massachusetts, he worked at KOCO-TV in Oklahoma City and WMUR-TV in Manchester, N.H.
Ockerbloom graduated from Boston College High School and Providence College. He and his wife, Marysia, have three daughters, the station said.
When is Mark Ockerbloom leaving Boston 25? Where is he going?
Ockerbloom's last day on air will be May 15, according to the television news station.
While few details were provided about Ockerbloom's next move, the longtime anchor noted he would be starting "a new chapter."
"40 years in broadcasting is a long time, but now it’s time to turn the page and write a new chapter, including spending more time with my family," Ockerbloom said in the statement.
On May 4, while speaking on-air about his upcoming departure, he said that "retirement is another thing that this could be."
This article originally appeared on The Patriot Ledger: Boston 25 news anchor Mark Ockerbloom announces he's leaving station
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