Interior designer Ben Bradley, aka Mr. Christmas, helped a West Islip firehouse get ready for the holidays following the death of its Christmas-loving captain who had spearheaded such efforts in the past. Interview is with his son, fellow volunteer firefighter Jeff Kempf Jr., the current captain of Mohawk Engine Company No. 5.


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