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Blanchard's may be sold, renamed Kappy's

September 22, 2026

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West Roxbury Packie Blanchard's May Get New Owner, New Name

The Boston Licensing Board meets Wednesday to consider a request to let the family that owns Blanchard's at 418 Lagrange St., at Centre Street, sell the store to Bhavin Patel, who would rename it Kappy's. The Elder and Corey family has owned the West Roxbury store since the 1960s, though the Blanchard's brand dates to 1838. The board's hearings begin at 10 a.m., with the Blanchard's proposal 28th on the agenda.

Universal Hub

Roslindale Library Offers French Conversation Group

The Roslindale Branch Library hosts a drop-in French Conversation Group for speakers of all levels today from 4 to 5 p.m.

Boston Public Library

Boston Water and Sewer Commission Meets Tuesday

The Boston Water and Sewer Commission holds a hybrid open meeting today at 10 a.m. at 980 Harrison Ave. and online, with budget, management, and contract items on the agenda.

City of Boston

Patriots Beat Steelers 20-3

On Monday, September 21, 2026, the New England Patriots defeated the Pittsburgh Steelers 20-3, with quarterback Drake Maye completing 14 of 22 passes for 208 yards.

NBC Boston

Boston Library Hosts Lowell Lecture Series Talk

The Boston Public Library hosts Sarah Botstein for the Lowell Lecture Series at the Central Library tonight from 6 to 7:30 p.m., with an online option available.

Boston Public Library

'50s-Style Burger and Chicken Place Opens in West Roxbury

Yeanie's, a 1950s-style burger and chicken restaurant with a jukebox and swivel seats, opened at 1761 Centre St. in West Roxbury, next to Bánh Mì Ơi, run by owners Yeanie Bach and Phi Pham.

Universal Hub

Boston Updates Energy-Saving and Utility Assistance Resources

The City of Boston updated its utility-resources page Monday with information on Community Choice Electricity, bill assistance, shut-off protection, and home energy-efficiency programs.

City of Boston

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