One of Northumberland's most deprived towns has been left disappointed after its bid for levelling up funding was turned down.
Northumberland County Council had submitted a £16m levelling up bid that focused on upgrading the infrastructure at the Wansbeck Square and Portland Park sites in Ashington.
It would have involved the development of a cinema site and two new restaurants, as well as a new community hub, performance space, café and a creative hub for young people.
