PROVIDENCE – The City Council granted first passage Thursday to an ordinance that would fund major upgrades along Benefit Street as part of the Mile of History project despite facing fierce opposition among members of the panel.

City Councilwoman Jo-Ann Ryan, who backs the measure, said the upgrades along Benefit Street – where nearly 40% of sidewalks are difficult to navigate and more than 300 feet are impassable – would preserve one of Providence’s signature historic districts draws roughly 300,000 tourists annually and boost heritage tourism. PBN Branded Content

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The Mile of History project, which still requires a second vote, propos

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