The rumors were true: Blanchard’s in Allston is closing

Blanchard’s liquor store in Allston is closing in mid-to-late October. An employee confirmed the news following previous online rumors regarding the store's future. The closure follows an announcement originally made in an email from the owner.
An employee at the liquor store confirmed it will close in mid-to-late October, about two months after a person first shared the owner's email online announcing the closure.
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