An Avella man pleaded guilty to multiple counts of arson and risking a catastrophe on Tuesday. James Checco, 29 was charged with setting an awning on fire at the Stefkovich Funeral Home in Independence Twp. and setting his uncle’s car and Independence Twp. home on fire as well. Checco pleaded guilty to four arson, one risking a catastrophe and one reckless burning charges, all felonies. Checco will receive a sentence of 5-10 years in a state correctional facility and will make restitution to two insurance companies and the Stefkovich Funeral home for a total amount of $310,759.32.