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Apple plans to open a four-story flagship store on Boylston Street across from the Prudential Center in what would be its first location in Boston, said a local official yesterday who has direct knowledge of the deal. Apple is purchasing the building, which currently houses Copy Cop, and is planning to take it down and erect a glass-covered retail “jewel” within the next two years, according to the official, who asked for anonymity because the project is not yet public. The building is said to be Apples first 24/7 store. Apple spokeswoman Monica Wik declined to comment.