The Queen Oak, which is more than 600 years old, has work carried out to extend its life.
One councillor says the road is getting shut on "almost a weekly basis" due to accidents.
Dualling the A1 in Northumberland was already scrapped, but planning approval could be revoked too.
A leaked government document says funding for the Northumberland scheme in 2021 was "withdrawn".
The axed scheme to upgrade a 13-mile (20km) stretch is discussed at a Northumberland hustings event.
National Highways predicted the cost would have "significantly exceeded" £500m, the government says.
Martin Beal says National Highways still owes him money for the purchase of his farmhouse.
The government says the benefits were limited but campaigners say cancelling is public money wasted.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a review into “unfunded” transport projects.
