The retailer has 3 outlets in the region.
All Argos stores in the Republic of Ireland have ceased trading this evening.
30 stores in total closed their doors at 5pm with 500 employees now unemployed.
That includes three stores in the midlands - Athlone, Tullamore and Portlaoise.
Its parent company, Sainsbury's, says it will still honour un-used Euro gift cards via its UK operations, which remain unaffected by the decision to end trading in the Republic.
Westmeath County Council Reopens Applications For Remaining Affordable Purchase Home
10 homes were originally made available.
Midlands Communities Challenged To Walk 100km For Jack And Jill Families
The challenge will take place over the course of September.
Laois Charity Fashion Show To Raise Funds For Special School And Meals On Wheels
The event is taking place on August 22nd.
Local Link Plans Major Expansion Of Midlands Bus Services
Local Link is proposing more bus services to Ballinasloe to better serve Portiuncula Hospital.
Laois First Responders Launch Defibrillator Fundraising Campaign
The 10 person team based in Portlaoise recently installed a sixth unit in the town.
Westmeath Councillors Criticise Exclusion From Housing Minister Meeting
The councillors are seeking a meeting with the housing ministers on county priorities.
Triple Lock Set For Fresh Dáil Debate This Autumn
Supporters of military neutrality want the existing three-step approval process to remain unchanged.
Midlands Hotel Becomes Football Clubs Official Hotel Partner
Radisson Blu Athlone’s General Manager Fergus O’Donovan says they are delighted.
