North East, MD. is nested at the head of the Chesapeake Bay, only 50 miles from either Philadelphia or Baltimore. 

Settled prior to 1700 and incorporated in 1850, North East offers warmth and charm to those who visit its many attractions. An example is the Day Basket Factory, which prides itself in making some of the same baskets with some of the same tools used in 1876 when it was established by the Day brothers. More information about our attractions is available under Sites to See.

Main Street in North East is in the process of a renaissance - offering many attractive antique shops with treasures from the past, crafts and collectible shops, as well as restaurants for casual dining.

Industrial growth is also alive in North East. The North East Commerce Center, located directly off I-95, is the home of the Flying "J" Travel Plaza and regional headquarters for Conectiv Power Company. A short distance past the Commerce Center is the main campus for Cecil Community College.

Many excellent tourist attractions exist within the town limits including St. Mary Anne's Episcopal Church, dating back to the 1700's. The graveyard surrounding the church is one of the oldest in Maryland and contains graves of Susquehannock Indians dating back to the 1600's.

North East is proud to be the home to the Upper Bay Museum which preserves the heritage of the commercial and recreational hunter. Located in the beautiful North East Community Park (10 acres on the Northeast River), the museum offers one of the largest collections of hunting and fishing memorabilia in this area. The park includes picnic pavilions, a volleyball court, numerous benches, and a paved walkway with plenty of parking.

With several large housing developments, increased commercial growth, surrounding marinas, Elk Neck State Park just 10 miles south of town, North East is a town looking towards the future while preserving it's historical small town charm. North East is a town with "Something for Everyone".

Vision

To preserve North East's rural community character while expanding the economic base of the Town by capitalizing on the local tourism, industry, planned employment growth and area commerce.

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Schools

There are 8 schools in the North East area.  Two elementary, one middle, one high and four specialized schools including The Tome School (K-12) and Cecil Community College. Below is a list of our schools and phone numbers to contact them. Some schools have web sites, to visit the web site click on the school name. (Non highlighted school names do not currently have web sites.) You may also click here to visit the Cecil County Public School System Web Site.  Use your browsers back button to return to the North East "About our Town" page. 

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Churches

In the table below you will find a list of the different churches and religious organizations that the town of North East has to offer its residents. 

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Parks & Recreation

The North East Community Park - located at the end of Walnut Street on the Northeast River, this 10 acre park has three picnic pavilions  (the Crouch, Benjamin and Levy) which can be rented for $25.00 per day, and the Gilbert Lighthouse Pavilion, primarily used for weddings, which can be rented for $100.00 a day. The North East Community Park has restrooms, a volleyball court, a children's playground, ample space for fishing and docking by the Upper Bay Museum. The park also has paved walkways throughout and ample benches for resting.

Turner Park- located off of West Street.  Has a baseball diamond available for public use.

Herring Snatcher Park - North Main Street along the North East Creek has picnic tables and is great for fishing. 

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Businesses

Our Economic Development Plan.

Goals:

• Create a healthy balanced economy which provides necessary goods and services for North East's population, sufficient job opportunities for its residents, and sufficient tax base to finance necessary municipal improvements and services.
• Diversify and expand the Town's economic base to provide a broad range of employment and commercial opportunities within the framework of the Town and County's overall growth management goals and objectives.

Objectives:

• Encourage select employers providing skilled job opportunities commensurate with the abilities of the Town's local workforce.
• Upgrade, expand and preserve the Central Business District so that it remains a viable economic unit.
• Protect the historic character of North East and support projects and efforts which enhance that character.
• Encourage the growth and diversification of the tourism industry in North East, and promote additional tourism and travel related development which compliments the scenic and historic qualities of North East.
• Expand the Town's tax base.

For a  list of community businesses please visit the North East Chamber of Commerce site by clicking here.

For commercial and industrial opportunities, please call 410-287-5801 or email office@northeastmd.org.

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Town Map & Directions

North East is located at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Located only 50 miles from Baltimore Md. and Philadelphia Pa. via. I-95, the door is wide open for commercial and residential growth.  
For detailed directions to the town, via an interactive map click here. For a street map of the town of North East with buildings of historic interest identified, click here. 

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Demographics

Based on the 2000 census, the population of North East was 2733. The Town consists of approximately 995 acres of land.

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Sites to See

Located at the head of the Northeast River, the Town has a rich history and is conveniently located for day trips to local points of interest. Please visit the following links for additional information. 
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North East Chamber of Commerce Web Site
Cecil County Tourism Web Site

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