It still leaves over 23,000 in receipt of it in the region.
Over 1,000 fewer people in the midlands will receive the pandemic unemployment payment this week.
In total, 23,100 across the region will get the €350 covid payment this week, down from 24,200 seven days ago.
Westmeath has the largest number returning to work at 500, while 300 will be coming off the payment in Laois and Offaly this week.
Just under half a million people across Ireland are still on the scheme.
IRHA President Calls For More Haulier Supports
Rosenallis's Ger Hyland is repeating calls for HVO fuel supports.
Retired Surgeon Calls For Real Time Defibrillator Map
Peter Naughton worked as a Consultant Surgeon in Portlaoise Hospital and has prepared a defibrillator map.
Protest Held Over Shannon Pipeline
Around 50 boats took part in a rally on Saturday to oppose the largest water project in the State's history.
Government Putting Pressure On Excise Duty Cuts
Longford-Westmeath TD Robert Troy says it's a volatile situation.
Inquest Into Death Of Offaly Man Who Died While In Prison Adjourned
There are concerns of missing CCTV footage.
Longford-Westmeath TD Expresses Concern On National Children's Hospital
It's after building targets are set to be missed for the 18th time.
Niall Horan Says He Doesn't Overthink When Writing Music Anymore
Tickets go on sale Thursday next week for his tour.
US Sends More Troops As Middle East Conflict Intensifies
On day 25 of the war, Israel and the US continued bombings.
Gardaí Investigate Suspected Candle Fire In Fatal Offaly Blaze
The investigation is still at an early stage.
Woman Hospitalised Following Offaly Crash
A car and tractor were involved in a crash in Tullamore this morning.
Westmeath Gardaí Seek Info On Dog Bite Incident
A woman was bitten by a dog in Mullingar.
Niall Horan Announces Irish Tour Dates
The Mullingar man is releasing his new album.
Planning Application Submitted For Major Westmeath Development
The decision is due by May 17th.
Westmeath Student Claim €3K Prize At EirGrid’s CleanerGrid competition
The award was presented to the winners by a panel of expert judges.
EPA Highlights Persistent Pollution Issues Nationwide
89 inspections were carried out in the Midlands.
EU Australia Trade Deal Will Protect Irish Farmers - Barry Cowen
Talks between the two parties began in 2018.
Post Mortem Of Offaly House Fire Victim To Take Place Tomorrow
The post mortem at Midland Regional Hospital will determine the Gardai's next steps.
TUS Seeking New Governing Body Members
The panel oversees accountability for the university's actions, including its Athlone campus.
Smaller Class Sizes To Curb Teacher Retention Crisis - TUI
A new Schooldays.ie is highlighting stress and burnout across the profession.
Offaly Hotel Wins Social Media Award
The County Arms Birr picked up the honour at the first ever Wedding Venue Awards.
