North East is centrally located in Cecil County at the head of the Chesapeake Bay. Like many other water-oriented communities, North East is being discovered rapidly. Fifty miles from both Baltimore and Philadelphia via Interstate 95, the town is an inviting prospect for commercial and residential development. Although its permanent population is only about 2,000, the town is host to thousands of visitors during the summer months.

Settled prior to 1700, North East offers historical tradition and charm to people who come to enjoy its attractions. Main Street is experiencing a renaissance with restaurants, providing both gourmet and casual dining, and stores offering antiques, crafts, collectibles, and books. Mixed in along the street are helpful businesses catering to everyday needs.

Thirteen-acre North East Community Park has picnic pavilions, volleyball courts, benches for resting, paved walkways for exercising, and plenty of parking. It is the site of the Salute to Cecil County Veterans Celebration and Fireworks on July 3.

The town is proud to have completed recently four major capital projects: the Leslie Water Treatment Plant, the North East Library, the Police Administration Building, and the Virgil Gilbert Lighthouse Pavilion. A newly established North East Economic Development Commission has been charged with promoting economic growth.

With several major housing developments in progress, increased commercial growth, strong utilization of surrounding marinas, and Elk Neck State Park located ten miles to the south, North East is looking forward to a prosperous future while intending to preserve its historic small town charm.