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Niko Balkaran

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As seen in: GameRant, MSN, MSN Canada, Flipboard, QNS.com, Porthole Cruise Magazine, Mott Haven Herald, Mid Hudson Times, Nancy On Norwalk
Covers:  Video Games, Local News
Doesn't Cover: Sports, Business
He/Him // NYC Multimedia Journalist

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Niko Balkaran is a multimedia journalist based in New York City. He is currently a freelance news writer with Game Rant. He was the editor-in-chief of York College CUNY’s school newspaper, Pandora’s Box, where he oversaw the newspaper’s editorial and fiscal responsibilities. He won the Janice Cline Justice Award 2023, which was given for demonstrating a commitment to using his work for social justice and equality.

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Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Video Shows Godzilla Rampaging Across Hyrule

Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Video Shows Godzilla Rampaging Across Hyrule

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Ryan, Newburgh advocates demand action after Stewart PFAS delay

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You have 4 free items remaining before a subscription is required. Subscribe now!   |   Log in Posted 9/9/26 Standing near Washington Lake that once supplied Newburgh’s drinking water, U.S. Rep. Pat Ryan was joined by local officials and environmental advocates Friday to denounce the Department of … This item is available in full to subscribers.
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Ryan, Newburgh advocates demand action after Stewart PFAS delay

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By Niko Balkaran Verified
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You have 4 free items remaining before a subscription is required. Subscribe now!   |   Log in Posted 9/9/26 Standing near Washington Lake that once supplied Newburgh’s drinking water, U.S. Rep. Pat Ryan was joined by local officials and environmental advocates Friday to denounce the Department of … This item is available in full to subscribers.
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State funding boosts youth programs, community groups

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Newburgh is set to receive state funding for the fourth year in a row to support several community organizations that provide youth services and programs. The City of Newburgh is receiving $2 million through Project RISE, or Respond, Invest, Sustain, Empower, as part of $20 million announced by Gov. Kathy Hochul for community-based organizations in 10 municipalities across the state.
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